Purpose of the Screening
- Detect microvascular damage in the retina
- Evaluate retinal ischemia or oxygen deprivation
- Prevent vision loss due to radiation complications
Book Radiation Retinopathy Screening | Lahalak Medical Platform
A specialized screening to evaluate retinal vascular health following radiation therapy to the head or neck, focusing on early detection of damage and ischemia to preserve your long-term vision.
Scientific name: Radiation Retinopathy Monitoring
A precise medical procedure to monitor radiation effects on the retina. It includes fundus examination and imaging to detect vascular blockages or bleeding resulting from prior radiation therapy.
Service type
Specialized medical examination
Duration
30-45 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Fundus examination
- Digital retinal imaging
- Specialist ophthalmologist consultation
Medical Service Information
Target Groups
- Patients who underwent head or neck radiation
- Individuals experiencing vision changes post-therapy
- Patients with a history of ocular tumors
FAQs
- When should I get screened? Monitoring is recommended starting 6 months post-radiation
- Is the exam painful? It is painless, though dilation drops cause temporary blurred vision
Conditions & Notices
- Bring previous radiation therapy medical reports
- A companion is recommended as driving may be difficult after pupil dilation