The document provides an overview of retinal optical coherence tomography (OCT). It discusses how OCT works using light to provide non-invasive, high resolution imaging of ocular structures. Examples of anterior segment, optic nerve, and retinal OCT scans are shown. Interpretation of macular OCT scans and quantitative thickness maps are described. Indications for retinal OCT include examining retinal layers, monitoring progression of diseases like age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema, aiding treatment planning, and monitoring response to therapy. Case studies demonstrate how OCT enhanced diagnosis and treatment decisions for vitreoretinal interface disorders, retinal vascular diseases, and other retinal entities compared to other imaging tests.
2. Question
• How many ophthalmic imaging tests can
claim the following?
– Non-invasive
– Non-contact
– No radiation
– Painless
– Fast
– Reliable and sensitive (to 10 microns)
10. Limitations of Retinal OCT
• Mydriasis may sometimes be necessary
• Dioptric media must be somewhat
transparent
• Exploration typically limited to posterior
pole
• Good lacrimal film necessary
16. Algorithm Performance
• For macular scan, the borders of algorithm should fit to ILM and PR inner and outer segment
• If algorithm has failed, then the quantitative data should be disregarded
20. Indications for Retinal OCT
• To examine the retina and its sub-layers
– Atrophy, Edema, Traction, Subretinal fluid, RPE irregularity
– ARMD, CME, CSME, CSR
• To monitor progression
• To aid in treatment planning
• To monitor response to therapy
21. Indications for Retinal OCT
• To examine the retina and its sub-layers
– Extent of retinal defects or abnormalities
– Detailed measurements
33. Case 2
• 66-yo woman with severe NPDR OS
treated with focal laser photocoagulation
complains of subsequent worsening vision
OS x several months
• Her visual acuity 20/60 OD, 20/200 OS
39. Case 2 OCT Advantage
• Quantified morphological abnormality
• Showed failure to respond to original laser
treatment
• Showed improvement with adjunctive
intravitreal therapy
46. Case 3 OCT Advantage
• Effectively demonstrates the layers
involved in the pathological process
47. Case 4
• A 70-year-old male was referred for
evaluation of persistently decreased
central visual acuity OD after retinal
detachment repair 3 months earlier
• VA remained 20/200 OD
56. Summary
• Retinal OCT as useful diagnostic tool for:
– Evaluating structural integrity of posterior pole
– Decision making
– Following sequential change
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