SLATE SCAN ULTRASONIC A SCAN BIOMETER CARE GROUP SL NO. 024 #16 17:10

• SLATE SCAN
• ULTRASONIC
• A SCAN BIOMETER
• CARE GROUP
• SL NO: 024
• POWER SUPPLY DC: 5V

Product Description: SLATE SCAN A-Scan Biometer (Care Group)

Model: SLATE SCAN (Ultrasonic A-Scan Biometer)
Manufacturer / Distributor: Care Group
Serial Number (SL No.): 024
Product Code / ID: #16SEO

Executive Summary

The SLATE SCAN is a professional, precision Ultrasonic A-Scan Biometer designed for ophthalmic practices. It is a fundamental diagnostic device used primarily to perform accurate measurements of the human eye, which are critical for calculating the power of an intraocular lens (IOL) to be implanted during cataract surgery. Distributed by the Care Group, this device exemplifies reliability and ease of use in clinical settings.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

• Measurement Technology: Utilizes A-Scan Ultrasonography. This technology uses high-frequency sound waves to measure the internal structures of the eye, providing highly accurate and reliable data.

• Primary Measurements:

  • Axial Length (AL): The primary measurement, from the cornea to the retina. This is the most critical value for IOL power calculation.

  • Anterior Chamber Depth (ACD): The distance between the cornea and the iris/lens.

  • Lens Thickness (LT): The thickness of the natural crystalline lens.

• Probe Type: Typically comes with a 10 MHz Immersion Probe or a contact probe. The immersion technique is often considered the “gold standard” as it avoids corneal compression, leading to superior accuracy.

• IOL Power Calculation: The device is integrated with multiple IOL calculation formulas (e.g., SRK/T, Hoffer Q, Holladay, Haigis) to provide surgeons with the most appropriate lens power for a wide range of patient eye types.

• Display & Interface: Features a clear, high-resolution display showing the A-scan waveform and all measured values. The user interface is designed for intuitive operation, allowing for quick patient data entry and measurement acquisition.

• Data Management: Includes capabilities to store patient records, export data, and often connect to a printer or EMR/EHR systems for seamless workflow integration.

• Built-in Keratometer: Many models include an integrated keratometer for measuring corneal curvature (K-readings), consolidating all necessary pre-operative data into one device.

Intended Use & Applications

The SLATE SCAN A-Scan Biometer is primarily used for:

1. Pre-operative Cataract Surgery Planning: The main application is to calculate the correct power of the IOL by precisely measuring the eye’s axial length.

2. Diagnosis and Monitoring of Pathological Myopia: Measuring axial length helps in diagnosing and monitoring the progression of extreme nearsightedness.

3. Assessment of Other Ocular Conditions: Useful for evaluating tumors, retinal detachments, and other conditions that alter the eye’s internal dimensions.

4. Pediatric Ophthalmology: Measuring axial length growth in children, particularly for managing congenital cataracts or monitoring myopia progression.

Target Audience

• Ophthalmologists

• Cataract Surgeons

• Optometrists (in co-managed care settings)

• Hospital Eye Departments

• Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs)

Why Choose the SLATE SCAN?

• Accuracy and Reliability: Delivers precise biometric data essential for successful surgical outcomes.

• Ease of Use: Streamlined workflow for efficient patient screening.

• Comprehensive Data: Provides all key ocular measurements (AL, ACD, LT) and K-readings in one system.

• Trusted Support: Being from the Care Group, it is backed by product support, training, and service.