OCT

Tools for higher-order OCT assessment enable evaluation of features of interest, such as targeted retinal layers or fluid compartments, and may allow for unique characterization of disease phenotypes and treatment response.

Optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) may be as an important tool in the management of patients with glaucoma, according to Robert L. Stamper, MD.

Imaging provides ophthalmologists with additional valuable information

With imaging artifacts common, clinicians must be focused on key points

Technology makes great tool, requires extra vigilance with co-existing disease

Studies have shown changes in outflow system structures mimic effects of pilocarpine

Common devices differ in hardware, analysis, and display of data

Robert L. Stamper, MD, discusses the current state of OCT angiography, and what remains on the horizon for glaucoma care.

Clinical evaluation is basis for deciding whether additional imaging is needed

Optical coherence tomography angiography is finding new uses in glaucoma, as it can depict loss of blood vessels around the optic nerve and distinguish vascular layers.