Autofluorescence as a novel approach to diagnosing macular holes.

作者信息

Ciardella Antonio Pasquale, Lee Grace C, Langton Kevin, Sparrow Janet, Chang Stanley

机构信息

Department of Ophthalmology, Denver Health Medical Center, University of Colorado, 777 Bannock Street, Mail Code 0156, Denver, CO 80204, USA.

出版信息

Am J Ophthalmol. 2004 May;137(5):956-9. doi: 10.1016/j.ajo.2003.11.040.

DOI:10.1016/j.ajo.2003.11.040

PMID:15126174

Abstract

PURPOSE

To report the capability of autofluorescence as a novel approach to diagnosing macular holes.

DESIGN

Observational case report.

METHODS

In an institutional study, autofluorescence photos and optical coherence tomography scans of two patients who had surgery for macular holes were reviewed.

RESULTS

Macular hole cases had a strong subfoveal autofluorescence signal, which disappeared after surgical closure of the macular hole.

CONCLUSIONS

Autofluorescence is a novel approach to demonstrating a macular hole. This technique can also be used to confirm postoperative outcome after macular hole repair. A lack of autofluorescence corresponds to macular hole closure.

摘要