DYNAMIC RETINOSCOPY: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE
Introduction: Dynamic retinoscopy is a crucial technique used in optometry and ophthalmology to assess the refractive status of the eye. It is a dynamic, objective method that measures the eye’s…
Congenital cataract
Cataracts are often associated with aging, but did you know that they can also affect newborns? Congenital cataracts are a rare yet significant cause of visual impairment in children. Unlike…
RETINOSCOPY PROCEDURE FOR THE INFANTS
Retinoscopy is an objective method of measuring the optical power. we use a retinoscope to illuminate the inside of the eye and to observe the light that is reflected from…
Tonometer
The Goldmann applanation tonometer (GAT) is considered accurate, highly reliable, and simple to use. Moreover, this instrument is extremely well established in clinical use and research. In 1948, Hans Goldmann…
Strabismus
Strabismus is a disorder in which both eyes do not line up in the same direction. Therefore, they do not look at the same object at the same time. The…
Importance of Binocular Balancing
Introduction Binocular balancing is a crucial procedure in optometry that ensures both eyes work together harmoniously to provide clear and comfortable vision. It involves adjusting the refractive power given to…
Eye as an Optical Instrument
The Eye as an Optical Instrument: A Comparative Journey with the Camera The human eye, often dubbed the window to the soul, is not only a marvel of biology but…
Role of NSAIDs in Ophthalmology
The Role of NSAIDs in Ophthalmology Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a cornerstone in the management of various ophthalmic conditions. They provide significant anti-inflammatory and analgesic benefits, which are critical…
Regular and Irregular astigmatism
Regular and Irregular astigmatism Introduction: Astigmatism is a common vision problem caused by an error in the shape of the cornea. With astigmatism, the lens of the eye or the…
CENTRAL SEROUS CHORIORETINOPATHY
CENTRAL SEROUS CHORIORETINOPATHY (CSCR) Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) or also known as central serous choroidopathy (CSC) or earlier known as central serous retinopathy (CSR) is characterised by spontaneous serous detachment…