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Device Development for Ocular Surface Temperature and Heat Flux Density Measurement
Lukyan Anatychuk1,2, Oleg Zadorozhnyy3, Volodymyr Naumenko3
1Institute of Thermoelectricity of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, Chernivtsi, Ukraine.
Current Eye Research
|January 3, 2023
Summary
Researchers developed a thermoelectric device to measure ocular surface temperature and heat flux (HF) density in rabbits. This new method offers a safe and comprehensive approach to understanding eye heat transfer and diagnosing ocular conditions.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Thermodynamics
Background:
- Ocular surface temperature measurement is crucial for diagnosing ophthalmic diseases.
- A comprehensive assessment requires measuring both temperature and heat flux (HF) density.
- Understanding eye heat transfer can reveal new diagnostic possibilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a thermoelectric device for measuring ocular surface temperature and HF density.
- To investigate heat transfer dynamics in rabbit eyes.
- To establish a foundation for novel diagnostic techniques in ophthalmology.
Main Methods:
- A multichannel thermoelectric device was engineered.
- Ten rabbits (20 eyes) were included in the study.
- Ocular surface temperature and HF density were measured on the central cornea, before and after pupil dilation.
Main Results:
- The average corneal surface temperature was 33.1 ± 0.8°C.
- The average HF density was 8.3 ± 0.6 mW/cm².
- A significant increase in HF density was observed after pupil dilation, indicating altered heat transfer.
Conclusions:
- The developed thermoelectric device is safe and effective for measuring ocular surface temperature and HF density.
- This technique holds promise for future diagnostic applications in various eye diseases.
- Further research into ocular HF density measurement can enhance diagnostic capabilities.
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