![]() ![]() Certain procedures, such as injections of medications for macular degeneration or edema and pneumatic retinopexy for repair of retinal detachment, can be performed in the office. Scleral buckling surgery for the repair of retinal detachment and posterior vitrectomy surgery for advanced diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular holes, epiretinal macular membranes, and a host of other conditions are commonly performed. Surgery - Operating room surgical procedures are done on an outpatient basis at local facilities. Such treatments are performed in the office. Laser Surgery -Laser retinal surgery is sometimes needed to treat conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal tears, retinal vein occlusions, and other conditions. ![]() Treatment Medications - Certain diseases of the retina and vitreous can be treated with medications, either in eye drop form, pills, or injections into the eye. Electrooculography (EOG) measures the function of the retinal pigment epithelium and is useful in classifying certain dystrophies and other disorders of the retina. Full field electroretinography (ERG) tests the function of the rods and cones in the retina in such conditions as retinitis pigmentosa, other retinal dystrophies, and certain circulatory disorders of the retina. Visual Electrophysiology - Detailed information on retinal function is obtained through the use of computer assisted amplification and analysis of the electrical waves produced by the eyes. Visual Field Testing (perimetry) - Computer controlled perimetry maps the peripheral or side vision, which provides useful information in diagnosing and monitoring certain disorders of the eye. In addition to this Diagnostic B-scan, Diagnostic A-scan ultrasonography can evaluate the internal characteristics of tumors and other lesions in the eye. Ocular Ultrasonography - Through the use of high frequency sound waves, the structures of the back of the eye can be visualized and evaluated when direct visualization is impaired, such as through cataract or blood in the eye. Optical Coherence Tomography - Using infrared light computer controlled scanning of the eye, very fine cross-sectional detailed images of the macula can be obtained which aid in diagnosis and treatment decisions. This commonly performed testing provides some of the most useful anatomic and functional information of the retina which can be of paramount importance in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal disorders. This is key in following the progress of certain retinal disease and to monitor treatment.įluorescein and Indocyanine Green Angiography - An intravenous injection of diagnostic dye is given in the arm or hand, after which numerous high definition digital photographs are taken of the retina. Fundus Photography - Specialized digital cameras are used to document abnormalities in the retina.
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