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New reaction to TowardPi brand was found in APVRS 2024 Singapore. In the past: Wow~ What is this OCT? TowardPi? APVRS Singapore: Wow~, TowardPi is here! Yes, we are here. TowardPi OCT is officially approved and launched in many countries in Europe, Asia and LATAM. 

Intraretinal “bridge”, a RAP revealed by 3D full range SS-OCTA! A 66-year-old female was found a round lesion at macular in her left eye because of blurred vision. High-resolution OCT B-scan showed local retinal detachment at macular with intraretinal hyperreflection connected to RPE close to fovea. “Double-layer sign” and RPE interruption were also observed (fig 1, yellow arrow). 6mm x 6mm full range OCTA was obtained centered fovea. The blood signal on avascular layer verified the existence of neovascularization. On B-scan image with blood signal overlayed, corresponding neovascularization was detected both inside the intraretinal hyperreflection lesion (fig 2, yellow arrow) and beneath RPE (fig 2, red arrow). This patient was diagnosed as retinal angiomatous proliferation (RAP) in her left eye. Retinal thickness in ETDRS rings and neovascularization area were quantified with build-in software for follow-up. 3D reconstruction showed how the neovascularization extended from deep vascular complex to beneath RPE (gif). TowardPi full range swept source OCT was used in this case to detect neovascularization. Numerous measurements and flow quantifications are available on the device. 3D structure and vessels can be easily obtained with build-in software. Case courtesy of: team from Department of Ophthalmology, the Fourth Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University Editor: Dr. Chloe Li, TowardPi Medical #ophthalmology #SSOCT

Retinal Vessel “ora to ora” captured by 400kHz SS /OCTA. Shooting in bright conditions without pupil dilation, auto-montage from only 4 scans. “The quickness and precision TowardPi delivers with a single OCT scan is second to none. I believe it’s a step forward with regards to innovation in the imaging industry.” Golden Signature Series of TowardPi. Endorsement and courtesy: Dr. Nassim A. Abreu-Arbaje (Hospital Dr Elias Santana CCSM, Dominican Republic) #SSOCT #ophthalmology

We are all set in Singapore. Welcome to visit 100-400kHz speed SS-OCT #Yalkaid and #BMizar at APVRS, TowardPi booth 24,25.

Novel choroidal biomarker in predicting treatment outcomes of PCV: 3D CVI! The research recently published in <Ophthalmic Research> innovatively investigated the relationship between multiple choroidal biomarkers, clinical parameters, and the response to 3-monthly anti-VEGF therapy in PCV eyes by using full range SS-OCTA. 54 patients were enrolled and underwent a comprehensive ophthalmic examination at the initial visit and follow-up. Choroid thickness (CT) and 3D CVI (the ratio of the choroidal vessel volume to the total choroid volume) in 6mm x 6mm full range SS-OCTA centered on the fovea were analyzed. The result showed that the higher CVI at baseline was the ONLY factor that correlated with the poor response after 3 monthly injections of anti-VEGF and the CVI value showed superior predictive ability compared with the CT value. In the other word, 3D CVI using full range SS-OCTA was a promising biomarker to predict the response to anti-VEGF treatment in PCV patients. “This biomarker could also be a useful tool to identify the population at risk of an inadequate response to anti-VEGF.” A 400kHz speed full range swept source OCTA (#BMizar, TowardPi Medical) was used in this research to detect neovascularization and quantify the choroid vasculature with built-in algorithms. Automatic segmentation of the choroidal Haller's and Sattler's layer and choroid parameters such as 3D CVI are available on the device. This study was authored by Dr. Yue Zhang, etc. team of Prof. Xiaobing Yu from Department of Ophthalmology, Beijing Hospital. Link to origin text: https://lnkd.in/gZ8tcaB9 #ophthalmology #ssoct

"Primary" or "delayed"? IOL tilt and decentration evaluated by panoramic AS SS-OCT! Research recently published in <IJO> evaluated the tilt and decentration of intraocular lenses (IOLs) in eyes that underwent phacovitrectomy for macula-off rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) repair by using panoramic anterior segment (AS) swept source OCT.  63 patients with macula-off RRD who underwent phacovitrectomy were enrolled and divided into a primary implantation group and a delayed implantation group according to the time of IOL implantation. IOL tilt, measured as α angle—angle of the IOL axis (black line) and the pupillary axis (green line), and IOL decentration (red segment, distance between IOL center and the pupillary axis) were analyzed on the device (figure 1). Results showed that the absolute values of IOL tilt and decentration were greater in eyes with delayed IOL implantation than in eyes with primary implantation. Primary IOL implantation leads to a postoperative myopic shift, while in the delayed group, the extent of IOL tilt and decentration positively correlated with the time interval between phacovitrectomy and IOL implantation. A 100KHz speed full range swept source OCTA (#YAlkaid, TowardPi Medical) was used in this study to achieve panoramic AS OCT with 15mm scan depth, which makes it easy to visualize entire anterior segment from top of cornea to posterior lens capsule. All measurements are automatic assisted by AI technology on the device (figure 2). This research was authored by Dr. Qingchen Li from Shanghai Aier Eye Hospital, and Dr. Rui Liu from Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Special appreciation for the suggestions and assistance given by Dr. Jian Zhou. Link to original text: https://lnkd.in/gqD4nePf #ophthalmology #SSOCT #medicaldevices

Retinopathy of Prematurity case with history of photocoagulation by 400kHz SS-OCT/OCTA  “The introduction of OCT in ophthalmology was a revolution. The transition from time domain to spectral domain was an evolution. The transition from OCT to OCTA was a revolution. The transition from spectral domain to swept source and scanning with 100kHz was a revolution. Now, 400kHz scan with TowardPi #BMizar, OCTA in seconds in ultra-wide field area, quantitative analysis of all retinal layers and choroid in terms of both structure and perfusion, and as if these were not enough, both 3D OCT and OCTA evaluations of the anterior segment are progresses that are far beyond evolution and revolution. It is always insufficient to express this in words, but if experienced, the miracle that occurs can be understood!” Golden Signature Series of TowardPi. Endorsement and courtesy: Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Yetik, Prof. YETIK ROP Retina Eye Clinic, Istanbul University Cerrahpasa, Türkiye The unique feature, “iSpot” developed by TowardPi visualizes the static signal of laser spots and dynamic signal of blood flow at the same time in the same image.  #SSOCT #ophthalmology

7 companies from 4 continents, attending the 9th International Training in TowardPi Shanghai Global Center. Our largest and longest training course ever for application and service. This training and certification represents our official start in the markets of: Australia (Spectrum Surgical), Austria (ADBOS - Medical Solutions GmbH), Czech Republic and Slovakia(CMI Slovakia & Czech Republic), Egypt (Insight Medical Supplies Co.), Malaysia (Mandarin Opto-Medic Co Pte Ltd), Saudi Arabia (ALBASAR FOR MEDICAL SUPPLIES). Plus Optohellas, the second time of its attendance for more staff. Congratulation to the top score winner in this test amongst so many “competitors”. Mr. Maros Mondocko from CMI. Attendee guests: Ing. Adel Hodzic, Christian Oswald, Hani Bin Taleb, Fahad Ilyas Ch, Peter Grech, Maros Mondocko, Ahmed Abou El-Atta, John Haliabalias, Lok Chee Yuan, Keith Khoo, Muhamad Bakhtiar B Mohd Yudin, Ashraf Zul Azman Trainer list: Dr. Jian Zhou, Dr. Chloe Li, Tian Xia, Junyao Yang Additional thanks to the support from: Christos Papanikolaou (OptoHellas), Branislav Kriska (CMI), Esmaeel El-Etriby (INSIGHT), Jan Kriska, Jason Jong (Mandarin)

A case of retinal neovascularization in proliferative diabetic retinopathy captured by 400kHz SS-OCT/OCTA “TowardPi ultra-wide field OCT Angiography reveals retinal neovascularization and peripheral vasculature like never before, enhancing diabetic retinopathy assessment and treatment.” Golden Signature Series of TowardPi. Endorsement and courtesy: Dr. anibal francone (Charles Centro Oftalmológico, Argentina) #SSOCT #ophthalmology

TowardPi is TGA approved and commercialized in Australia. Find us in RANZCO 2024! Booth no.56-57 at Spectrum Surgical. Contact: Peter Grech Chloe Li