TECHNOLOGY
At Croucher Rateau Chew Optometrists, we utilise the newest technology to assist in diagnosis, documentation and monitoring of eye conditions.
PERIMETRY
(VISUAL FIELD)
Automated perimetry creates a map of your field of vision, which is invaluable in the diagnosis and monitoring of many eye conditions including:
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Glaucoma
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Optic nerve conditions
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Retinal conditions
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Neurological Conditions
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Medications with ocular side effects, such as plaquenil
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Binocular Driving Test (Vicroads Assessment)
WIDEFIELD RETINAL IMAGING
Our practice has two retinal imaging devices, a high-resolution retinal camera which allows for detailed view and documentation of the optic nerve, macula, blood vessels and retina, and a wide-field retinal camera which captures detailed digital images of the peripheral retina. These images are invaluable in monitoring for subtle changes between visits.
OPTICAL COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY
Optical Coherence Tomography is an advanced, non-invasive imaging technique which creates 3D cross-sectional scans of the layers of the retina and optic nerve. This technology allows our optometrists to assess the individual layers of the retina, and provide crucial information in the diagnosis and monitoring of many eye conditions, including:
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Glaucoma
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Macular Degeneration
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Diabetic Eye Disease
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Retinal Degenerations
CORNEAL TOPOGRAPHY
This computerised topographic scanning creates a detailed map of the curvature of the cornea. This technology is particularly useful in diagnosing and monitoring corneal conditions, such as keratoconus. It is also paramount in the design and fitting of specialised rigid lenses including orthokeratology.
OPTICAL BIOMETRY
Optical biometry is a non-invasive method for measuring anatomical features of the eye. It is primarily used in the context of monitoring progression of myopia (short-sightedness) to measure precise changes to the axial length of the eye.