This retinal photograph provides a digitally permanent record for the medical file, which allows for annual comparisons aiding in the tracking and diagnosing potential eye-threatening disease. Such imaging capability allows for advanced diagnosis and management of many eye diseases.
Retinal photography may be indicated in the following situations:
- glaucoma and glaucoma suspect
- systemic disease such as diabetes and hypertension
- optic nerve disease
- retinal disease including macular degeneration
- neoplasm of the eye
- trauma to the eye or globe
Wide-Angle Retinal Imaging