System and method for axis identification in astigmatic...

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2011-02-22

2011-02-22

Sugarman, Scott J (Department: 2873)

Optics: eye examining, vision testing and correcting

Eye examining or testing instrument

Objective type

C351S221000, C351S246000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07891811

ABSTRACT:
A method and system for identifying an astigmatic axis having a camera and light mounted to a slit lamp for taking a photo of a patient's eye. A template having a rotatable dial is set using a schematic diagram. The template is transferred to the photo and the correct axis is marked through slots on the template.

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