Swept source optical coherence tomography validates lamina cribrosa anomaly in optic disk pit

Conclusion: Congenital optic disk pit a birth defect in lamina cribrosa is a rare, visually impairing disorder. Spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT) scan showed neurosensory detachment, however, lamina cribrosa defects are not delineated with it. SS-OCT a recent advance in scanning technology allows superior resolution of optic disk and confirms the anomaly of lamina cribrosa.
Source: Retinal Cases and Brief Reports - Category: Opthalmology Tags: Case Report Source Type: research