Several patients present to an ophthalmologist with the symptoms of flashes and floaters. Such patients need a careful and detailed evaluation of the peripheral retina for the presence of retinal… Click to show full abstract
Several patients present to an ophthalmologist with the symptoms of flashes and floaters. Such patients need a careful and detailed evaluation of the peripheral retina for the presence of retinal break(s). In spite of the immense technological advances in the last few decades, dilated examination with the binocular indirect ophthalmoscope and scleral indentation still remains the gold standard for evaluation of such patients, as it provides a large field of view along with stereopsis.[1] Hence, it is extremely important to become proficient with this skill, which requires extensive practice.
               
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