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    Partial coherence interferometry (PCI) and optical coherence tomography (OCT) resolution in ocular imaging can be improved by compensating for dispersion. This study demonstrates a 5 μm resolution in vivo, a significant advancement for eye imaging.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmic imaging
    • Biomedical optics
    • Interferometry

    Background:

    • Resolution in partial coherence interferometry (PCI) and optical coherence tomography (OCT) is limited by source spectral bandwidth and dispersion.
    • Dispersion in ocular media degrades imaging resolution, particularly for broadband sources.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the impact of dispersion on PCI and OCT resolution in ocular structures.
    • To determine optimal source bandwidths for specific ocular segments.
    • To investigate methods for improving resolution beyond current limitations.

    Main Methods:

    • Theoretical analysis of dispersion effects on interferometric resolution.
    • Implementation of a dispersion compensating element.
    • Utilizing a broadband superluminescent diode for imaging.
    • In vivo imaging of a model eye and a human eye.

    Main Results:

    • An optimal source bandwidth exists for maximizing resolution in specific ocular segments.
    • Dispersion compensation is necessary to improve resolution beyond this optimum.
    • Achieved a resolution of 5 μm in the retina of both model and human eyes.
    • Demonstrated a 2-3 fold improvement in resolution compared to existing instruments.

    Conclusions:

    • Dispersion compensation is crucial for enhancing resolution in ocular PCI and OCT.
    • The developed method significantly improves in vivo retinal imaging resolution.
    • This advancement has implications for diagnosing and monitoring ocular diseases.