Far-red, high-resolution, reflection-free images of the anterior segment in retroillumination

While retro-illumination of the anterior segment is part of the routine examination in ophthalmology, capturing a quality image is very difficult. We have therefore developed a new imaging device by modifying a slit lamp. By using a far-red light source, a monochrome sensor and modifications to the optical path, we were able to obtain high-resolution images, without reflection and without dazzling the patient. Here, for the first time, we present a number of potential applications for this revisited imaging technique.