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Steffen Schmitz-Valckenberg1, Maximilian Pfau2, Monika Fleckenstein3

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Fundus autofluorescence (FAF) imaging maps ocular fundus fluorophores for disease insights. Advanced FAF techniques enhance diagnostics and treatment evaluation in retinal diseases.

Keywords:
Fluorescence life timeLipofuscinMacular pigmentQuantitativeRetinaRetinal pigment epitheliumScanning laser ophthalmoscopy

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Retinal Biology

Background:

  • Fundus autofluorescence (FAF) imaging visualizes intrinsic fluorophores in the ocular fundus.
  • Lipofuscin accumulation in retinal pigment epithelium is a primary FAF source.
  • Other fluorophores associated with retinal diseases are also detectable.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of FAF imaging principles and applications.
  • To discuss FAF findings in various retinal diseases.
  • To update on recent advancements in FAF technology.

Main Methods:

  • In vivo topographic mapping of ocular fundus fluorophores.
  • Utilizing blue and green FAF, spectrally-resolved FAF, near-infrared FAF, quantitative FAF, and fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIO).

Main Results:

  • FAF aids in understanding disease mechanisms, diagnostics, and genotype-phenotype correlations.
  • FAF identifies prognostic markers for disease progression.
  • FAF serves as an outcome measure for interventional strategies in chorioretinal diseases.

Conclusions:

  • FAF imaging is a valuable tool for diagnosing and monitoring retinal diseases.
  • Emerging FAF techniques expand its diagnostic and research capabilities.
  • Continued development of FAF imaging promises improved patient care for chorioretinal conditions.