イメージHealth checkup facilities offering Fundoscopy (Eye Fundus Examination) in Kagoshima
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 Kagoshima
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イメージ鹿児島県 奄美市名瀬朝日町28-1
〒894-0061 鹿児島県奄美市名瀬朝日町28-1(奄美大島)。送迎バスあり(奄美本島全域対応)
イメージ鹿児島県 鹿児島市堀江町17-1
市電・市バス「金生町・いづろ」下車 徒歩約3分
イメージ鹿児島県 霧島市隼人町松永3320
隼人駅より車で15分 鹿児島空港より車で15分 九
イメージ鹿児島県 姶良郡霧島町田口2143
JR日豊本線 霧島神宮駅下車後、バスにて杉安病院前停留所下車