Retina Clinic
Precision Diagnosis by Seoul National University-Trained Retina Specialists
What Is the Retina?
The retina is a thin layer of neural tissue lining the innermost surface of the eye, functioning much like the film in a camera. Light entering through the cornea and lens reaches the retina, where photoreceptor cells convert it into electrical signals that travel via the optic nerve to the brain. This process enables us to see.
The macula, located at the center of the retina, is responsible for over 90% of our visual acuity and is the most critical area. When the macula is damaged, vision can deteriorate rapidly, making early detection and treatment essential.
Why Is Retinal Health Important?
Irreversible Damage
The retina is neural tissue that is difficult to restore once damaged. Early detection is the key to preserving vision.
Asymptomatic Progression
Many retinal diseases show no symptoms in the early stages, making regular fundus examinations crucial for early detection.
Aging and Chronic Disease
The incidence of retinal diseases is increasing due to chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, as well as an aging population.
Risk of Blindness
Macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal detachment are serious conditions that can lead to blindness if left untreated.
Conditions Treated at the Retina Clinic
Advanced Diagnostic Equipment
Raum Smile Eye Clinic's Retina Clinic is equipped with the latest diagnostic devices for accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment.
OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)
Captures cross-sectional images of the retina at micrometer-level resolution for precise diagnosis of macular degeneration, macular edema, and epiretinal membrane.
Fundus Photography
High-resolution imaging of the entire retina to assess vascular conditions, hemorrhaging, and degenerative changes.
Fluorescein Angiography (FAG)
Uses fluorescent dye to precisely evaluate the circulatory status of retinal blood vessels.
OCT Angiography (OCTA)
Non-invasively images retinal and choroidal blood flow at high resolution without the need for contrast dye.
Ultra-Widefield Fundus Imaging
Captures a wide view of the retina including the periphery in a single shot, enabling early detection of peripheral retinal diseases.
Visual Field Testing
An essential examination for evaluating the degree of progression of glaucoma and optic nerve diseases.
Emergency Retinal Care
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience these symptoms!
- !Sudden decrease in vision
- !Flashing lights (photopsia) in your visual field
- !Sudden dramatic increase in floaters
- !Part of your visual field appears blocked as if by a curtain
- !Objects appear distorted or straight lines look bent
Emergency retinal conditions such as retinal detachment and vitreous hemorrhage can cause permanent vision loss if treatment is delayed. If you experience any of the above symptoms, please visit an eye clinic immediately.