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An instrument for recording the ocular pulse wave
C E Krakau1, S Lindberg, U Havelius
1Department of Ophthalmology, MAS, Malmö, Sweden.
Acta Ophthalmologica Scandinavica
|October 1, 1995
Summary
This study introduces an instrument to record ocular pressure pulses, revealing individual variations in pulse shape. The device
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Physiology
Background:
- Ocular pressure pulse (OPP) measurement is crucial for understanding intraocular pressure dynamics.
- Variability in OPP waveform can indicate physiological differences or pathological conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a novel instrument designed for recording the ocular pressure pulse.
- To demonstrate the instrument's capability in capturing individual differences in pulse waveform.
- To characterize the instrument's frequency response for accurate data correction.
Main Methods:
- Development and description of a new instrument for ocular pressure pulse recording.
- Acquisition of OPP recordings to illustrate inter-individual waveform variations.
- Evaluation of the instrument's frequency response within the 0.5-10 Hz range.
Main Results:
- Successful recording of ocular pressure pulses demonstrating distinct individual pulse curve shapes.
- Characterization of the instrument's frequency response properties.
Conclusions:
- The developed instrument effectively records ocular pressure pulses, highlighting individual differences.
- Instrumental properties were established to allow for correction of recorded data, enhancing accuracy.
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