Utility and Feasibility of Teleophthalmology Using a Smartphone-Based Ophthalmic Camera in Screening Camps in Nepal

Conclusions: Remote ophthalmologist consultation utilizing a mobile device ophthalmic camera system is logistically feasible, easily scalable, and capable of capturing high-quality images in the setting of rural eye screening camps. Although OTs are well equipped to identify and triage anterior segment pathology, this technology may be helpful in the detection of and referral for posterior segment pathology.
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Ophthalmology - Category: Opthalmology Tags: Original Clinical Study Source Type: research