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Intended use
The “plusoptiX S16” is used for the early detection of visual disorders (preventative eye
care). These visual disorders can cause permanent loss of vision in an eye (amblyopia) if
they are not discovered and treated in the early years.
To detect visual disorders, the “plusoptiX S16” measures the sphere, cylinder, axis, line of
vision and pupil size of both eyes at the same time. Using these measurement values, the
spherical equivalent, gaze symmetry and interpupillary distance are calculated. All
measurement values are compared with age-dependent referral criteria. “Refer” is
automatically displayed as a precautionary result for every patient requiring an
ophthalmologist appointment.
Note:
Preventative eye care with the “plusoptiX S16” does not replace the eye
examination carried out by an ophthalmologist. An ophthalmologist remains the
only one who can interpret the measurement values and establish a diagnosis.
The measurement values must not be used directly to prescribe glasses or
contact lenses.
All children who are not already being treated by an ophthalmologist should undergo a
preventative eye care examination. The first preventative eye care examination should be
carried out at the age of one. They should then be repeated regularly, as the eyes can
change during growth and new visual disorders can appear at any time. All children with a
“Refer” result from the preventative eye care examination should be referred for an eye
examination with an ophthalmologist.
Note:
False-positive and false-negative results can occur in any type of preventative
examination.