Tuesday, January 10, 2023

ROLE OF OCT IN DIAGNOSIS OF GLAUCOMA



While OCT of the retinal nerve fiber layer and macula is being increasingly used in the diagnosis of glaucoma, it is interesting to note the recommendations for the diagnosis of glaucoma based on these tests. The guidelines by most authoritative organizations do not recommend OCT for diagnosis. At best, it can be used for follow-up and monitoring of glaucoma patients.

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY GUIDELINES:


ASIA PACIFIC GLAUCOMA GUIDELINES:


EUROPEAN GLAUCOMA SOCEITY GUIDELINES:


NHS UK GUIDELINES:


 

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