Development of automated tools for computing vitreous haze for assessment of intraocular inflammation
Applied/Translational Research
Care Process & Redesign
Ng Teng Fong Healthcare Innovation Programme
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2023
To develop an automated algorithm for analyzing Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans for vitreous haze quantification. Automated tools streamline the grading process, improving patient care and advancing ophthalmic research.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Applied/Translational Research, Medtech, Product Development, Commercialisation, Proof Of Value, Evaluation Criteria, Quantitative Research
About this Content
Aims
To develop an automated algorithm for analyzing Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans for vitreous haze quantification.
Background
Manual grading of vitreous haze is subjective and lacks precision, limiting research and clinical utility.
Methods
Designed an OCT-based automated algorithm to quantify vitreous haze using advanced image processing techniques.
Results
Improved diagnostic precision and reproducibility for intraocular inflammation markers. Enabled rapid analysis and enhanced sensitivity over manual methods.
Conclusion
Automated tools streamline the grading process, improving patient care and advancing ophthalmic research.
Lessons Learnt
Automation ensures consistent grading, enabling better clinical decision-making and research outcomes.
Additional Information
TTSH FY19 NTFHIP Initiative
Keywords
Vitreous Haze, Ophthalmology, Automated Imaging
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine NTU Singapore |
Platform(s) | Ng Teng Fong Healthcare Innovation Programme |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Ophthalmology |
Project Lead(s) | Rupesh Agrawal |
Project Member(s) | Wei Xin |
Connect with this contributor!
A/Prof Rupesh Agrawal - rupesh_agrawal@ttsh.com.sg
Project Attachment
C_563_TTSH_NTFHIP_FY19_Development_of_automated_tools_for_computing_vitreous_haze.pdf