Unlocking Precision: Keratron Piccolo Corneal Topographer Revolutionizes Diagnostic Capabilities
The Keratron Piccolo corneal topographer is a cutting-edge addition to the Keratron and Keratron Scout product line, offering expanded capabilities in corneal analysis. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology for miniaturization, the Piccolo ensures improved reliability while maintaining the high standards set by its predecessors. Its single configuration comprises the Piccolo video keratoscope, docking base, and software, seamlessly integrating with most slit lamps just like the Keratron Scout.
Equipped with features identical to the Keratron and Keratron Scout, the Piccolo stands out for its portability with battery operation and infra-red pupillometry. This versatility, coupled with its user-friendly software platform, makes it an attractive alternative to complex and costly instruments. Professionals can now access modern corneal topography at an affordable price, without compromising on performance or usability.
Traditionally, corneal topography has been reserved for advanced practitioners, but the Keratron Piccolo democratizes this technology. It provides detailed local curvature and axial maps, enabling precise diagnosis even in cases of peripheral or localized phenomena. Additionally, its height maps offer comprehensive insights into corneal irregularities, aiding in conditions like keratoconus. By offering accessible yet advanced corneal analysis, the Keratron Piccolo emerges as a new generation topographer, making high-quality diagnostics more accessible than ever before.
In corneal wavefront analysis, the Keratron Piccolo goes beyond traditional methods by incorporating simulations of visual acuity pictures (Visus), Point Spread Function (PSF), and Modulation Transfer Function (MTF). These tools are invaluable for assessing corneal refraction and contrast sensitivity, providing a comprehensive understanding of visual quality. By evaluating corneal aberrations, including individual aberrations measured through Zernike polynomials, the Keratron Piccolo facilitates personalized treatments, particularly in conjunction with excimer lasers for custom ablation.
Moreover, the Keratron Piccolo offers advanced capabilities in contact lens analysis. It provides fluorescein pattern simulation for various contact lens geometries from international manufacturers, allowing clinicians to assess fit and comfort accurately. With features like tilting to simulate lid pressure, lens displacement adjustment, and eccentricity measurement at specific diameters, the Piccolo ensures precise customization for each patient. Its over-refraction calculator and adjustable clearance scale further enhance the fitting process, while seamless integration with third-party software expands its versatility and compatibility with existing clinical workflows.
The Keratron Piccolo represents a significant leap in miniaturization, making advanced corneal analysis accessible to all practitioners. Its portable and compact design allows for easy transportation and setup in any clinical setting. With a portable cable supplied, the Piccolo seamlessly integrates with existing equipment, ensuring convenience and flexibility for users.
Despite its compact size, the Keratron Piccolo retains the same precision, repeatability, and corneal coverage as its larger counterparts. This means that practitioners can expect consistent and accurate results, regardless of the size of the instrument.
The Piccolo's versatility extends to its compatibility with any slit lamp, further enhancing its accessibility and usability. By utilizing Keratron technology, the Piccolo ensures precise corneal analysis with every examination. The eye position is meticulously controlled using a PC monitor image, allowing for precise alignment of the instrument. Additionally, a slide adaptor plugged into the tonometer socket enables operators to use the joystick of the lamp for further alignment adjustments, ensuring optimal performance and ease of use. With the Keratron Piccolo, advanced corneal analysis is no longer limited to specialized clinics but is available to all practitioners seeking precise and efficient diagnostic tools.
The Keratron Piccolo offers a generous area of analysis, providing detailed insights into the corneal structure. With a viewing area of 10mm x 14mm visible on the monitor, clinicians can examine a wide region of the cornea with precision and clarity. The keratoscope cone features 28 border mires, evenly spaced on a 43D sphere, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the corneal surface.
In terms of analyzed points, the Piccolo impresses with over 80,000 points, allowing for thorough assessment of corneal curvature and irregularities. Additionally, it measures 7,168 points, providing detailed data for precise diagnosis and treatment planning. The extensive corneal coverage ranges from 0.33mm (minimum diameter on a 43D sphere) to 11mm on a normal eye, ensuring that no detail goes unnoticed during examination.
By offering such comprehensive analysis capabilities, the Keratron Piccolo empowers clinicians to make informed decisions and deliver personalized treatment strategies for their patients. Whether assessing corneal curvature, irregularities, or contact lens fit, the Piccolo provides the detailed data needed for optimal patient care.
