The area of contact is so small, that the measurement is not influenced by these aspects. DOES THE CORNEAL SHAPE AND RADIUS INFLUENCE THE IOP READING TAKEN WITH ICARE? Just remember that the probe used to measure the infected eye cannot be used again, even for measuring the non-infected eye of the same patient. LASIK and similar surgeries may change the thickness of the cornea (thinner cornea => lower /false IOP) CAN ICARE BE USED WHEN THE EYE IS INFECTED?
Yes, but consider that some of surgeries e.g. For most accurate measurement results use of any contact lenses is not recommended. Hard contact lenses have a significant effect on the reading and should not be worn when measuring the IOP with Icare tonometer. Soft daily disposable lenses (and some soft 2-week or monthly lenses) affect the reading only slightly. Yes, but depending on the type of contacts the tonometer readings may be affected by the contact lens. Icare tonometer is calibrated for average CCT just like the Goldmann tonometer. Six measurements are required to provide accurate measurement results by eliminating the variations caused by operator error and heart rate. Extensive bench testing and clinical studies have also been performed to ensure the accuracy and repeatability of measurements. Several independent studies prove the accuracy of Icare readings. IS THE ICARE MEASUREMENT RESULT ACCURATE? If the device is used according to the instructions given in user manual, the light-weight probe cannot cause any damage to the patient’s eye.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO HURT THE EYE WITH ICARE? Measurement is painless, the light-weight probe touches the cornea momentarily and some patients don’t even notice the measurement. Here are some of the most Frequently Asked Questions about the iCare Tonometer: SOFT PLUG – Preloaded Silicone Punctum Plugs 2pk.SOFT PLUG – Collagen Intracanalicular Plugs.
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