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Head-mounted Indirect Ophthalmoscope Camera Using a Smart Device
Case ID:
C13064
Report of Invention:
5/7/2014
Web Published:
6/14/2019
Unmet Need
Fundus imaging is the sub-field referring to the imaging of the eye and other hollow organs. Most current fundus imaging devices are impractical for some patients such as young children and patients who are bedridden. It is also important to note that taking images and/or videos is useful in fundus imaging rather than simply having the medical professional look once. It is impractical to have the doctor hold a camera with one hand while condensing the lens as this is a two hand job. There are existing indirect ophthalmoscopes with integrated cameras such as Keeler Plus Digital, but these technologies place the camera aperture between two observation pupils and get easily misaligned which causes poor images.
Technology Overview
The proposed technology uses a digital camera with its display mounted on a headband worn by the patient. This allows for the medical professional to conduct the examination and document it visually. This allows for the imaging to be possible for young children and people who are bedridden because of the headband which secures the device on the patient’s head in the right location. This also allows for a simple, efficient way to image the ophthalmoscopy.
Stage of Development
A prototype for the Indirect Ophthalmoscope Camera (IOC) has been successfully tested. The technology allowed for head positioning and manipulation of the condensing lens to reduce glare and one hand was still available as hoped.
Patent Information:
Title
App Type
Country
Serial No.
Patent No.
File Date
Issued Date
Expire Date
Patent Status
HEAD-MOUNTED INDIRECT OPTHALMOSCOPE CAMERA
PCT: Patent Cooperation Treaty
United States
15/502,565
10,314,486
2/8/2017
6/11/2019
12/8/2035
Granted
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https://jhu.technologypublisher.com/technology/34536
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Clinical and Disease Specializations, Clinical and Disease Specializations > Ophthalmology, Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software > Sensors, Technology Classifications > Industrial Tech > Energy, Infrastructure & Environment, Technology Classifications > Computers, Electronics & Software, Technology Classifications > Industrial Tech, Technology Classifications > Engineering Tech > Energy, Infrastructure & Environment,
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Lisa Schwier
lschwie2@jhu.edu
410-614-0300
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