Swept Source Optical Coherence Tomography: a Review

AbstractPurpose of ReviewIn this review, we shall attempt to explain the physics behind swept source-optical coherence tomography (SS-OCT), the advantages and disadvantages of SS-OCT when compared with spectral domain-optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT), and the current clinical applications of SS-OCT.Recent FindingsSS-OCT offers improvements in visualizing the vitreous, retina, choroid, and sclera. The increased scan speeds, decreased signal attenuation, and deeper tissue penetration make SS-OCT ideal for capturing wide fields of view and for studying structures below the RPE, especially the choroid.SummarySS-OCT is an exciting new technology offering enhanced visualization of ocular structures. However, its everyday clinical utility remains unclear.
Source: Current Ophthalmology Reports - Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research