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Optimal photographic imaging of the bulbar conjunctival vasculature
Author(s) -
Palmer J. R.,
Owen C. G.,
Ford A. M.,
Jacobson R. E.,
Woodward E. G.
Publication year - 1996
Publication title -
ophthalmic and physiological optics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.147
H-Index - 66
eISSN - 1475-1313
pISSN - 0275-5408
DOI - 10.1046/j.1475-1313.1996.95000445.x
Subject(s) - conjunctiva , biocompatibility , pathological , image contrast , contrast (vision) , medicine , ophthalmology , biomedical engineering , pathology , computer science , materials science , computer vision , metallurgy
Summary A method for imaging the conjunctiva to yield greater contrast between the vasculature and the scleral background, by optimisation of the imaging system, is described. A simple modification to the image capture system, based on first principles calculations, is shown to give images with much improved information content. This will enhance the assessment of hyperaemic changes induced by foreign materials, indicating the degree of biocompatibility, e.g. with contact lenses and ophthalmic medications. Observation of vascular abnormalities associated with pathological conditions may assist in their diagnosis and monitor progressive changes.