Detecting Disease with
KOWA Retinal Exam
Martinelli Eye and Laser Centers is committed to investing in the latest diagnostic technology. The KOWA Retinal Exam is one of many systems we utilize to provide our patients with a thorough annual exam. The KOWA Digital as part of a complete eye exam allows us to view your retina quickly and in a noninvasive manner to identify any abnormalities that could indicate the onset of diseases such as:
• Age Related Macular Degeneration
• Cancer
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Glaucoma
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
In many cases, patients typically do not experience any discomfort or outward symptoms. This is why it is so important for patients of all ages to have an annual eye examination that includes the clinical evaluation of your retina.
The KOWA retinal exam is fast and pain-free. The system stores previous images for future reference. After your examination your doctor can compare the image to the previous years’ image. The doctor can then review the image comparison with you and point out any issues that may need to be addressed.
Why should you get a retinal exam every year:
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People of the age of 65 have a 30% chance of developing age-related macular degeneration. It is the leading cause of blindness for seniors over 65.
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Approximately 2.2 million Americans over 40 years old have glaucoma disease with over half of them unaware they have the disease until their sight is compromised.
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Blindness is the number one complication of people with diabetes.
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80% of blindness is avoidable because 60% is treatable and 20% is preventable with early detection.
- A person goes blind in the world every five seconds and a child goes blind every minute.
Our goal at Martinelli Eye and Laser Centers is to help you take a proactive approach to your eye health. Our state-of-the-art KOWA Digital Retina Exam system allows us to achieve this goal.
Schedule your complete eye exam, including a retinal exam today. Call our office at 877-323-0656.
* product information provided by and approved by Kowa, Inc.- www.kowa-usa.com
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