Panoramic Pinhole-Lens Clip and Trial Frame Disc
 

Applications:

1. All pinhole needs

 

        The new Semi-Transparent Panoramic Pinhole (PP) can be used in place of the standard Pinhole-Lens Clip.  The benefit of the PP is the full field of view that allows the patient to see the examiner and testing instrument while selecting the line of images for reading.  It can be particularly helpful for patients with a scotoma.

2.  Side-by-side visual comparison for patients

 

The AMA Optics Clear Panoramic Pinhole adds value to prospective cataract patients by giving them a realistic perspective of their forecasted vision after cataract removal.

After recording a favorable outcome with the RAM® or RAM® Plus system using the standard pinhole clip, performing a subsequent patient test with the RAM® system and the Panoramic Pinhole will allow the physician to build greater confidence and obtain a more thorough patient consent for the cataract removal procedure.

The patient’s view of the reading window on the Retinal Acuity Meter RAM® through the Panoramic Pinhole lets the patient experience a comparative view of their current “poor” vision and their subsequent forecasted “good” vision after surgery. This greatly enhances the surgeon’s ability to obtain commitment and acceptance of the procedure from the patient. In addition, the Panoramic Pinhole will help surgeon and the patient determine the feasibility of selection for multi-focal or mono-focal IOLs. more info

 

William Taylor of NYC, a patient of Steven Kane, PhD, MD of Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, commented, "The letters are much darker and clearer through the pinhole than between the pinholes; I now clearly see the benefit of removing my cataract."  After surgery he commented, "The test is a marvel and only takes a moment.  It gave me the courage to have the surgery and I can see as clearly as predicted