イメージHealth checkup facilities offering Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) in Tokushima
An examination that observes the blood vessels at the back of the eye to assess the effects of arteriosclerosis and diabetes.
What Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) can reveal & when to get it
This examination observes the blood vessels, retina, and optic nerve at the back of the eye (the fundus). The fundus is the only place in the body where blood vessels can be directly visualized, making it possible to assess the effects of diabetes, hypertension, and arteriosclerosis.
Main conditions it can detect and evaluate
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Hypertensive retinopathy
- Arteriosclerotic changes
- Glaucoma
- Age-related macular degeneration
When to consider this test
Particularly recommended for individuals who have been told they have diabetes or hypertension, and for those at risk of lifestyle-related diseases. It is also conducted under certain conditions as part of specified health checkups.
Screening interval: Optional to standard checkup item. For those with diabetes or hypertension, approximately once a year (consult your physician).
Benefits
- ○Blood vessels can be directly observed
- ○Complications of diabetes and hypertension can be detected at an early stage
- ○Painless and quick
Points to note when getting tested
- !If mydriatic (pupil-dilating) eye drops are used, light sensitivity and blurred vision may persist for several hours
- !Driving on the day of the examination should be avoided after pupil dilation
- !Depending on the findings, a detailed examination at an ophthalmology clinic may be required
Facilities offering Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) in Tokushima
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イメージ徳島県 徳島市南矢三町1丁目7番58号
徳島市バス「城北高校前」バス停より徒歩5分
イメージ徳島県 徳島市中島田町3丁目60番地1
蔵本駅より徒歩20分(約1.4km)、徳島バス「虹の橋病院前」下車すぐ
イメージ徳島県 徳島市蔵本町1丁目10番地3
JR蔵本駅より徒歩3分、または徳島バス・市営バス「中央病院前」下車徒歩1分
イメージ徳島県鳴門病院 の健康管理センター
徳島県鳴門病院 健康管理センター
徳島県 鳴門市撫養町黒崎字小谷32
JR鳴門駅より徳島バスまたは地域バスで約10分(タクシー約5分)
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