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BSPOT: a blind spot data evaluation program for SAPRO examinations.

A T Funkhouser1, F Fankhauser, S Kwasniewska

  • 1University Eye Clinic, Insel Hospital, Bern, Switzerland.

Ophthalmic Surgery
|August 1, 1988
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The BSPOT program analyzes Octopus SAPRO data on IBM-PC computers, aiding in the evaluation of blind spot and angioscotoma examinations. This software facilitates visual assessment of visual field test results for clinical insights.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Medical Informatics

Background:

  • The evaluation of visual field data, particularly from perimetry tests, is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring various ocular conditions.
  • Existing methods for analyzing such data may require specialized hardware or complex software, limiting accessibility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the Blind Spot Evaluation Program (BSPOT) designed for IBM-PC compatible computers.
  • To demonstrate the utility of BSPOT in evaluating Octopus SAPRO data, including blind spot and angioscotoma examinations.

Main Methods:

  • Development of the BSPOT software for IBM-PC computers.
  • Integration with Octopus SAPRO data transfer protocols.
  • Utilization of sample datasets from normal and pathological blind spot examinations, and angioscotoma assessments.

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Main Results:

  • The BSPOT program successfully processes and displays Octopus SAPRO data on a PC.
  • Visualizations of blind spot and angioscotoma data were generated for evaluation purposes.
  • The program's flexibility allows for the analysis of any SAPRO examination data, not limited to blind spots.

Conclusions:

  • BSPOT provides an accessible and effective tool for the evaluation of SAPRO visual field data on standard personal computers.
  • The program enhances the analysis of perimetry results, supporting clinical decision-making in ophthalmology.