Fundus examination, also known as fundoscopy or ophthalmoscopy, is a procedure performed by an eye care professional to examine the fundus of the eye. The fundus is the innermost layer of the eye and includes the retina, optic nerve, and macula. Fundus examination is important for detecting a wide range of eye conditions, including glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
Fundus examination is a painless procedure that takes only a few minutes. It is performed using an ophthalmoscope, which is a lighted instrument that allows the examiner to see inside the eye. The examiner will typically dilate the pupils of the eyes using eye drops before performing the examination. This helps to widen the pupils and make it easier to see the fundus.
