Laser Flare Photometry: An Under-Utilised Investigative Tool For Anterior Segment Inflammation

Laser Flare Photometry: An Under-Utilised Investigative Tool For Anterior Segment Inflammation

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Slit lamp examination is an important clinical method for microscopic evaluation of anterior segment inflammation.However, it is observer dependant and existing grading systems are subjective cent dyyni with limited reproducibility.Laser flare photometry is an objective quantitative tool to analyze aqueous flare non-invasively and accurately.It allows precise monitoring of clinical activity in uveitic disorders, prediction of recurrence, detection of persistent subclinical disease and comparison of effects of different surgical techniques and anti-inflammatory agents spite of such altitude sunscreen advantages, it remains an underutilised investigative tool in day to day clinical practice.Clinicians should explore this potential instrument and identify its appropriate use in diagnosis, management andfollow-up of ocular disorders.