September Image of the Month
In September we had 4 featured images that were captured by Kristen Cross, Rebekah Greenberg, Donnie Willis and Jerome Cole!
Image #1 is a photo of Leukemic Retinopathy. This image was captured on our OPTOS camera by Kristen Cross. Leukemic Retinopathy can be presented in someone who has been diagnosed with Leukemia. This is a type of blood cancer. This is due to an accumulated abnormal group of white blood cells located in the retina. Learn more about our Ocular Oncology department HERE
Image #2 is an image of a Squamous Cell Carcinoma captured by Rebekah Greenberg. She captured this image using a slit lamp camera. Findings included malignant neoplasm of the conjunctiva. This is an aggressive type of cancer found on the surface of the eye. A Squamous Cell Carcinoma can appear raised or flat with a red or white spot surrounded by blood vessels. This is a visible growth on the eye. (Image not shown due to sensitive medical content)
Image #3 is a photo of a Total Retinal Detachment that was taken on our OPTOS camera by Donnie Willis. The retina is the inner lining of the eye; it is the thin, light-sensitive tissue that generates vision. Tears can form in the retina, creating a risk of retinal detachment and severe loss of vision. If a retinal tear is diagnosed promptly before it progresses to retinal detachment, the prognosis is extremely good. Read more about Retinal Detachments HERE
Image #4 is a photo of Severe Diabetic Retinopathy taken by Jerome Cole. This black and white image is a fluorescein angiogram taken on our OPTOS camera. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is one of the most common causes of vision loss. High blood sugar levels cause damage to the small blood vessels in the retina. Because diabetic retinopathy is one of the most common complications for people diagnosed with diabetes mellitus (DM), it is recommended that diabetics immediately begin comprehensive, dilated eye exams at least once a year, regardless of age at diagnosis. To read more about Diabetic Retinopathy click HERE
