Objective: The objective of the study is to collect adaptive optics (AO) retinal images from human subjects with outer retinal diseases (diseases of the outer retina including photoreceptor, retinal pigment epithelium (RPE), basement membrane or choroidal pathologies) to develop new diagnostic methods, biomarkers, and clinical endpoints. Study Population: Up to fifty (50) healthy volunteers without eye disease (Cohort 1) and up to fifty (50) affected participants with any type of outer retinal disease (Cohort 2) will be enrolled. Design: This is a longitudinal study protocol where participants will be imaged with investigational multimodal AO (mAO) retinal imaging systems that include ...

The choroidal osteoma is a rare benign tumor of choroid, it is bilateral in 10%-25% of cases, affecting usually young women. Previous studies evaluated the morphologic characteristics of tumor-related vasculatures, described as a seafun vascular networks, but none focused on study of vessel density of coriocapillary. The aim of this study is to investigate the potential role of the optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) in evaluating the choriocapillary vessel density in order to individuate the changes of this vascular network that may influence the onset of choroidal neovasculariztion. Therefore, OCTA could be useful in the clinical management of the ...

There are mainly 3 types of skin cancer: melanoma, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. The diagnosis of skin cancers is now based on anatomo-pathological evidence. However, given the progress made, imaging is a technique that now has a full role in the diagnosis of these pathologies. This is particularly the case of confocal optical coherence tomography (LC-OCT), which is a recent imaging technique that has proven itself in ophthalmology with the obtaining of precise images of the retina. LC-OCT can be applied in dermatology according to the following principle: the low intensity laser beam delivered by the LC-OCT ...

This study aims to detect changes in RNFL thickness in patients with different types of migraine in comparison to healthy control. This will be accomplished by comparing the optic nerve head (ONH) parameters, RNFL thickness, and ocular perfusion pressure (OPP) in migraine patients with age and sex matched healthy control.

Evaluation of the effect of phacoemulsification and YAG Laser peripheral iridotomy on the anterior chamber angle anatomic parameters in PACG eyes, using anterior segment optical coherence tomography (SS ASOCT) device

Pregnancy related hypertension is one of the most prevalent obstetric complications. The aim of the study is to evaluate the validity and sensitivity of OCT angiography in prediction of pregnancy induced hypertensive disorders in comparison to maternal doppler in the first and second trimesters of pregnancy

Standard Automatic Perimetry (SAP) is the gold standard test for evaluation of diseases of the visual pathway like glaucoma. Its main goal is to measure differential light sensitivity at several locations in the field of vision. Several devices have been developed since the advent of the Octopus Perimeter and the Humphrey Field Analyzer (HFA) is now the most commonly used machine for checking the visual field. These devices have a number of disadvantages including being stressful for debilitated, ill, or elderly patients to keep their heads still in the perimeter bowl during the test. Recently, several methods have been introduced ...

The aim of this study is to show that the Nd:YAG laser could be a promising alternative treatment option in the management of low-risk basal cell carcinomas with similar high efficacy rates to surgery, and low recurrence rates evaluated over a time period of one year. Reflectance confocal microscopy, optical coherence tomography and clinical examination are used prior to confirm the clinical diagnosis of the basal cell carcinoma and for premargination of the tumor. The optical coherence tomography will also be used post treatment to confirm clearance of the basal cell carcinoma and to monitor treatment response

This is a prospective study including patients visiting the outpatient glaucoma clinic of the University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis for their standard evaluation. Study population is already under treatment with a travoprost preparation without preservatives. They will be fully informed about the procedure and the purpose of the study and a written consent will be obtained. For every patient included in the study intraocular pressure will be measured using a Goldman applanation tonometer, according to the standard way of practice at our clinic. Also, Tear Break-Up-Time (BUT), conjunctival hyperemia grading and Schirmer testing will be used to assess the ocular ...

Heart attacks are caused by the sudden formation of a clot inside a diseased coronary artery which reduces blood flow beyond the blockage site. During conventional treatment of the blockage with what is known as a stent; a stainless steel tub that keeps the artery open, the clot that has formed is disrupted and is pushed further down leading to damage in smaller blood vessels supplying the heart muscle. This additional damage can lead to long-term heart muscle damage influencing recovery and wellbeing. The original concept that was tested to prevent this 'clot shower' was that of a suction device ...

Non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NA-AION) is the most common acute optic neuropathy in the middle-aged and elderly population and can also occur in children and young adults. NA-AION leads to irreversible vision loss, and there is currently no effective treatment. In recent years, acellular calcified deposits in the optic nerve head called optic disc drusen (ODD) have been investigated as an important risk factor for NA-AION in patients under the age of 50. The purpose of the study is to use new diagnostic methods optical coherence tomography (OCT) and OCT-angiography (OCTA) to shed light on risk factors for the ...

EYESTAR 900 is a device developed by Haag-Streit which utilises 3D OCT for quantitative measurements of the geometry of the entire eye, including ocular biometry and corneal topography. It is the most recent in a series of successful biometry devices by Haag-Streit (HS Pachymeter, Lenstar LS 900, LS 900 T-cone and LS 900 APS) and also allows for advanced corneal tomography examinations. The EYESTAR 900 is CE marked. These measurement results of this device are used for the planning of the medical treatment of patients. Depending on the application, the benefits of this device may include improved visual acuity (after ...

Calcified lesions are very frequent among coronary artery disease stenotic lesions. The prevalence of calcifications ranges from 30 to 40% (by angiography evaluation) but is higher when analyzed by intra coronary imaging. Calcified lesions are very frequent among coronary artery disease stenotic lesions. The prevalence of calcifications ranges from 30 to 40% (by angiography evaluation) but is higher when analyzed by intra coronary imaging. The presence of calcifications increases the risk of adverse evolution after PCI , including stent restenosis, thrombosis and need for repeat revascularisation. Specific and appropriate tools can be used for calcified lesions management , including high pressure non ...

The purpose of this study is to find out if radiation therapy (RT) guided by the new reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM)/optimal coherence tomography (OCT) device is an effective treatment for basal cell carcinoma (BCC). The researchers will also look at the side effects from RT guided by the RCM/OCT device. In addition, will determine the quality of life before and after treatment by having the participant fill out questionnaires.

Main objective The objective is to compare two surgical options in vitrectomies for epiretinal membranes using parameters of optical coherence tomography angiography. Background State of the art treatment for epiretinal membranes consists of pars plana vitrectomy, staining of the epiretinal membrane with a blue colouring dye and epiretinal membrane peeling. The vitrectomized space is filled with fluid (balanced salt solution) during the procedure and the fluid can optionally be replaced with air as a final step. After ERM peeling (but before the selection of the tamponade), the internal limiting membrane (the innermost layer of the retina) is either peeled as ...

To compare clinical outcomes of myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA) according to the coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD), evaluated by optical coherence tomography (OCT), invasive and non-invasive coronary physiologic assessment.

This protocol describes a retrospective, single-center study intended to test the impact of optical coherence tomography (OCT) on long term clincical outcomes in patients with acute myocardial infarction(AMI). All the patients will be followed by intracoronary OCT at medium follow-up of 3 years.

Participating in this research will allow the subject to undergo a noninvasive imaging alternative to conventional monitoring in response to a biologic. Normally, subjects would undergo a clinical examination, serial photography, and possible biopsies to assess the progression of the disease. This study will get rid of the need for a biopsy but will require multiple scans with non-invasive imaging. This research examines a new approach to monitoring response to a biologic drug used for atopic dermatitis, and can also, be used to grade disease severity without the need for a biopsy.

The IOL-capsular complex is formed after cataract surgery and intraocular lens (IOL) implantation. Early postoperative mechanical wrapping of the anterior and posterior capsules plays a significant role in preventing IOL decentration and tilt, as well as formation of the IOL-capsular complex which reduces the incidence of posterior cataract opacity. IOL decentration ≥ 0.4 mm or/and IOL tilt ≥7degree were considered clinically significant cause of poor post-surgery visual quality especially for optical sophisticated IOLs. This negative impact does not affect various types of IOLs equally. Several studies indicated that AL was an independent risk factor of IOL decentration and tilt ...

A prospective case-control clinical study. The study subjects were divided into 3 groups, group 1 of inactive thyroid patients, group 2 of active thyroid patients, and group 3 of healthy controls. The AS-OCT was used to measure lower tear meniscus parameters (tear meniscus height (TMH), tear meniscus depth (TMD), and tear meniscus area (TMA)), total CT and epithelial thickness

Brief Summary: Information will be collected prospectively in about 3,000 patients having Optical Coherence Tomography during cardiac catheterization. Subjects will be initially enrolled at sites outside of the United States, where Optical Coherence Tomography is approved by regulatory agencies. Subjects will be followed for up to 5 years. Detailed Description: This project will create a prospective registry of 3,000 patients with follow-ups of up to 5 years. The aims of the project will be: identify plaque characteristics on OCT that are associated with adverse cardiac events including myocardial infarction to identify characteristics of stented arteries that are associated ...

Efficiency of Intraoperative Optical Coherence Tomography (iOCT) Hypothesis: The use of iOCT during surgery offers the advantage of a new view of the operating field, theoretically allows more precise performance and can also change decision-making mechanisms during surgery with more precise visual control of some surgical steps (incision adaptation, differentiation of healthy and pathological tissue, placement of the implant, graft, etc.) The disadvantage is the prolongation of the operation and thus the theoretical increase in possible complications related to the operation (bleeding, infection, patient subjective problems - pain, restlessness, poorer cooperation and the resulting other possible risks, such as unexpected patient ...

The aim of the study is to compare the agreement and repeatability of ocular biometric parameters obtained using three swept-source optical coherence tomography (ss-OCT) device (Argos, IOLMaster 700 and ANTERION). This is a prospective, single centre study, that would include a number of 50 eyes of 50 patients, which attend pre-surgical examination. Three measurements per biometry device will be performed on the day of the first eye surgery. The measurements will be performed in a randomised fashion with three ss-OCT devices (IOLMaster 700, Argos and ANTERION). Inclusion criteria are: 40 years or above, age-related cataract, 20 eyes with AL< 22 ...