Document Type
Article
Journal Title
Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology
Publication Date
Spring 4-1-2014
Volume
28
Abstract
Fundus autofluorescence (FAF), a relatively new imaging modality, focuses on the fluorescent properties of pigments in the retina to generate images that help us view various disease processes from a different perspective. It aids us in the understanding of the pathophysiology of different retinal disorders. Recently, FAF imaging is being used commonly to help us in the diagnosis, prognosis as well as in determining the treatment response of various retinal disorders. It generates an image based on the distribution pattern of a fluorescent pigment called lipofuscin. Knowing the distribution pattern of lipofuscin in the normal retina is key to understanding an FAF image representing a retinal pathology. Like most other imaging modalities, FAF comes with its own limitations, taking steps to overcome these limitations will be of utmost importance in using this imaging modality to its fullest potential.
DOI Link
ISSN
1319-4534
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Recommended Citation
Sepah, Yasir J.; Akhtar, Abeer; Sadiq, Mohammad Ali; Hafeez, Yamama; Nasir, Humzah; Perez, Brian; Mawji, Narissa; Dean, Diana J.; Ferraz, Daniel; and Dong Nguyen, Quan, "Fundus autofluorescence imaging: Fundamentals and clinical relevance." (2014). Journal Articles: Ophthalmology. 50.
https://digitalcommons.unmc.edu/com_eye_articles/50