Retinal photography is an advanced diagnostic tool that can be used to effectively detect and diagnose a wide range of abnormalities within the retina, the light-sensitive tissue that lines the back of the eye. These photographs can be used to evaluate the health of the optic nerve, vitreous, macula, retina and surrounding blood vessels, to diagnose conditions such as:
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
- Diabetic eye disease
- Hypersensitive retinopathy
Retinal photographs are taken during a simple, painless procedure using a high resolution camera and a specialized optical system.
Regular retinal photographs can help track any changes within the retinal tissue that may indicate early signs of disease. They can also be used to track the progression of certain diseases. It is important for patients to have routine photographs taken so that any abnormalities can be detected as soon as possible.
