Tonometry
Tonometry is a diagnostic test that measures the pressure inside your eye, which is called intraocular pressure (IOP). This measurement can help your doctor determine whether you are at risk of developing glaucoma, a group of eye conditions that can cause blindness by damaging the optic nerve.
Types of Tonometry[edit | edit source]
There are several types of tonometry tests, including:
- Applanation Tonometry: This test measures the force required to flatten a certain portion of the cornea. A numbing drop is usually placed in your eye for this test.
- Non-contact Tonometry: This method uses a puff of air to estimate the pressure in your eye. No numbing drop is required with this method.
- Pneumatonometry: This test is often used for patients with corneal scarring, corneal edema, or an irregular corneal surface. It uses a small probe containing a pressure sensor to measure IOP.
- Schiotz Tonometry: This method uses a small instrument called a tonometer that is placed on the surface of the eye. This type of tonometry is not used as frequently due to less accurate results.
Procedure[edit | edit source]
During tonometry, numbing eye drops are applied to your eye. Then, the doctor or a trained technician uses a device called a tonometer to measure the intraocular pressure. The tonometer can either touch the cornea directly, or a puff of air can be directed onto your eye.
Risks and Complications[edit | edit source]
Tonometry is a safe procedure with minimal risks. Some people may feel a little discomfort during the test, especially when the tonometer comes into contact with the eye, but the discomfort should be minimal and short-lived. The most common complication is a temporary blurring of vision.
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