Why is non-invasive Dry Eye testing important?
Non-invasive tests ensure better patient comfort and more accurate diagnostics, without disturbing the tear film.
How does the Keratograph 5M support TFOS DEWS III diagnostics?
It offers non-invasive tear film break-up time, ocular surface assessment, meibography, and other key tests aligned with the diagnostic flowchart from TFOS DEWS III.
What is the TFOS DEWS III report?
TFOS DEWS III is the revised global standard for Dry Eye Disease diagnostics and management. Originally launched in 1995, it became a solid consensus concerning multiple aspects of Dry Eye Diseases ratified by over 150 clinical and basic science research ...
Can data from the Keratograph be exported for research?
Yes, data from the NIKBUT, R-Scan and all keratometric data can be exported to csv files.
In which sequence should dry eye tests be performed?
It is important to start from least invasive followed by more invasive tests. The workflow in the JENVIS Pro Dry Eye Report is set up to accommodate this principle.
Various tests are included in the JENVIS Pro Dry Eye Report, does all of the tests need to be performed on every patient?
No. The report is set up to allow clinicians to individualize the screening procedure if they so require. A screening option, consisting only 4 procedures, is also included. This is a good tool to screen every patient entering the clinic. ...
The JENVIS Pro Dry Eye Report is a comprehensive dry eye report. Does this report diagnose the condition of the eye?
The purpose of the JENVIS Pro Dry Eye Report is to provide the clinician with various dry eye related examinations, improving workflow, aiding in the diagnosis and educating the patient. The clinician uses the results from the JENVIS Pro Dry ...
What are the particles being observed during the tear film dynamic examination?
The particles are a combination of eroding corneal epithelial cells, tarsal conjunctival cells and small air-particles.
In some cases, R-Scan evaluating bulbar redness cannot detect the conjunctival area correctly.
In eyes with small lid aperture or eyes with ptosis, (commonly seen in the older Asian population), the device cannot detect the conjunctival area correctly.
Are the meibomian glands graded objectively by the software?
No, however grading scales called the JENVIS Grading Scales for meibomian glands have been included in the software. A sliding bar tool allows for direct comparison of patient results to the grading scale, making meibo grading very easy with the ...
What is important when measuring tear meniscus height (TMH)?
At least three measurement points (nasal and temporal limbus, pupil center) should be selected. To get the right value the ruler has to be placed on the lid margin and measure perpendicular up to the last reflex of the meniscus. ...
Does the nose shadow affect the NIKBUT measurement?
No, the area being analyzed during the NIKBUT measurement usually doesn’t coincide with the area affected by the nose shadow.
