We read with interest the article by Natkunarajah et al. 1 We agree that indirect ophthalmoscopy with indentation remains the gold standard for the detection of retinal breaks. It is not clear if the ...

The slit lamp is an instrument used to examine the health of the front portion of the eye. It is called a slit lamp because it uses a slit beam of light to help visualize the ocular structures in a ...

Most people should have a regular eye exam every couple of years. If you're older than 65 or have certain conditions, you may need more frequent checks. (Photo Credit: iStock/Getty Images.) Many eye ...

Another name for this instrument is "Bio-Microscope", which is a more self-explanatory term, and definitely sounds more modern and scientific. The instrument consists of a binocular-type eyepiece for ...

A comprehensive eye exam can take an hour or more, depending on the doctor and the number and complexity of tests required to fully evaluate vision and the health of the patient’s eyes. The list of ...

A 76-year-old white female presented to our clinics for a comprehensive eye exam. Her ocular history was significant for a macular hole in the right eye and cataracts in both eyes. She was being ...

The preparation of evidence-based guidelines is highlighted by the WHO as an important component in the concerted effort to eliminate avoidable blindness. [149] This review has highlighted ...