Enhanced visualization of vitreoretinal interface by laser biomicroscopy.

BACKGROUND The use of slit-lamp biomicroscopy provides valuable information for the diagnosis and management of vitreoretinal disorders. However, intense backscatter from the fundus often precludes the visualization of fine structures in the vitreoretinal interface. METHODS Laser biomicroscopy is a new method designed to improve the visualization of fine vitreoretinal structures at the macula. This method was applied to eyes suspected of traction maculopathies. With this method, the contrast and the lateral separation between the vitreal and retinal images are optimized while preserving information on the location of the slit on the fundus. RESULTS The results indicated that fine structures in the vitreoretinal interface, which were difficult to observe with conventional slit-lamp biomicroscopy, could be clearly visualized. CONCLUSION Laser biomicroscopy may be a useful tool in the diagnosis and management of diseases with vitreoretinal abnormalities.

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