Indirect Ophthalmoscope Diagram. Indirect ophthalmoscopes are available as head ophthalmoscopes which provides the advantage that the ophthalmologist needs only one hand for the lens and may use the other hand to more easily position the animal for examination. The resident should be able to explain and draw a simplified diagram of the optics of the binocular indirect ophthalmoscope.
The ophthalmoscope is critical in the examination of the retina and the vitreous humor the gelatinous liquid between the retina and the lens. Put the indirect on and ensure your oculars and light spot are properly centered. However with patience and practice you too can master it.
Although there are several types of ophthalmoscopy we will focus on binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy or bio for short in this article.
Home learning center about ophthalmoscopes anatomy of an ophthalmoscope let s explore the anatomy of an ophthalmoscope. While focusing the light spot at your hand at arms length close one eye at a time to make sure your pupillary distance is properly adjusted and you can see well with each eye. Home learning center about ophthalmoscopes anatomy of an ophthalmoscope let s explore the anatomy of an ophthalmoscope. Bio is one of the ways used to view the retina with a wide field of the retina and stereoscopic view.
