Technologies

Background
There exist algorithms to measure the entire thickness of the retina and NFL, they are not capable of segment retina into the above mentioned sub-layers. Moreover, with the existing algorithms, it is not possible to measure nerve fiber layer (NFL) thickness on macular region, which may be important for glaucoma assessment.
Technology
University researchers have developed a novel algorithm that enables us to quantify various retinal layers helping ophthalmologists to diagnose and evaluate a variety of disease status including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration. This novel algorithm automatically segments multiple layer structures within a cross-sectional image of the human retina acquired using optical coherence tomography (OCT).