Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine responsible for the diagnosis and prevention of diseases of the eyes and visual system. As every person ages, the eyes naturally weaken, so various eye-related problems often arise. Many of them, if noticed in time, can be managed successfully using advanced treatment methods.

When should you see an ophthalmologist?

Even if you have no complaints, you should have your eyes checked as a preventive measure every few years. However, it is also important to book a visit if:

• your vision has deteriorated or images have become blurred;
• watering or redness of the eyes has increased;
• you see flashes of light, coloured circles, halos, black spots or strands;
• you have lost peripheral vision.

Important! You should seek emergency care immediately if you experience sudden, severe eye pain, loss of vision or an eye injury.

What are the most common eye diseases?

How is eye-disease diagnosis carried out at AND klinika?

If a patient has complaints or eye diseases, additional tests are performed, assessing the curvature of the cornea, the structure of the iris, genetic changes, the condition of the lens, optic nerve and retina, colour perception, the angle of strabismus and dark adaptation, measuring the intraocular pressure and determining the area of corneal damage.

“We provide comprehensive care to every patient. We not only carry out tests and investigate the causes of diseases, but also teach exercises for the balance, relaxation and strengthening of the eye and neck muscles,” says ophthalmologist Ramutė Vaičaitienė.

Advanced eye-diagnostic examinations at AND klinika

 

Eye biometry – accurate assessment of eye parameters

Eye biometry is a modern, non-invasive optical examination that makes it possible to assess the anatomical parameters of the eye, monitor the growth of the eyeball in children and precisely plan individual treatment. The test is fast and painless, and the results are obtained immediately.

Key aspects of eye biometry

• The parameters of the eyeball are measured precisely and their changes assessed.
• Used for myopia control and treatment planning.
• Applied in cataract surgery.

 

OCT scan – a detailed examination of the retina and optic nerve

OCT is a non-invasive laser eye examination that helps detect glaucoma, macular degeneration and other retinal changes. The test is useful for patients with elevated eye pressure, refractive errors or deteriorating vision.

Key aspects of the OCT scan

• Helps assess the structure and changes of the retina and optic nerve.
• Allows early diagnosis of diseases and precise monitoring of their progression.
• The patient only needs to fix their gaze, and the results are obtained immediately.