Description
What’s Included
- Optovue RTVue-100 main unit (optovue rtvue 100, Fourier-domain OCT, 26,000 A-scans/sec)
- Anterior segment module (cornea, angle, anterior chamber imaging)
- Patient interface and chin rest assembly
- 6-month Digital Eye Center warranty
Condition & Warranty
Refurbished. This Optovue RTVue-100 has been professionally inspected and calibrated for both posterior and anterior segment imaging performance. Covered by a 6-month warranty on parts and workmanship.
Optovue RTVue-100 — Refurbished Fourier-Domain OCT with Anterior Module
The Optovue RTVue-100 was one of the first Fourier-domain OCT systems to achieve clinical adoption for both posterior and anterior segment imaging from a single platform. This refurbished optovue rtvue 100 operates at 26,000 A-scans per second with 5 μm axial resolution in tissue — sufficient for RNFL thickness mapping, optic disc analysis, macular cube imaging, and anterior segment evaluation of the cornea and angle in one instrument. The included anterior module expands clinical reach well beyond retinal OCT, making the optovue rtvue 100 one of the most versatile refurbished OCT options under $15,000. Research published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology via the National Library of Medicine demonstrates that Fourier-domain OCT combining multiple anatomical measurements delivers high diagnostic accuracy for glaucoma detection — the core strength of the RTVue-100 platform.
Why Practices Choose the Optovue RTVue-100
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Anterior segment module included — the RTVue-100’s anterior module enables corneal thickness mapping, anterior chamber depth, and angle imaging without a separate instrument. This dual-capability platform supports both glaucoma and corneal disease workflows on a single OCT system.
- 26,000 A-scans per second — Fourier-domain acquisition speed reduces motion artifact in RNFL and macular imaging compared to time-domain OCT, producing cleaner cross-sectional images in patients with fixation difficulty or nystagmus.
- 5 μm axial tissue resolution — sub-cellular level axial resolution resolves individual retinal layers for detailed RNFL, ganglion cell complex (GCC), and macular thickness analysis in glaucoma and macular disease monitoring.
- 840 nm imaging wavelength — near-infrared light at 840 nm penetrates the vitreous and retinal layers optimally for posterior segment imaging while remaining safe for routine clinical scanning sessions.
- RNFL and GCC maps — the RTVue-100 generates superior quadrant and sector RNFL thickness maps and the first commercially available ganglion cell complex analysis, providing early glaucoma detection sensitivity beyond RNFL alone.
- Corneal mapping capability — with the anterior module, the RTVue-100 produces corneal thickness maps relevant for LASIK/PRK candidacy screening, keratoconus monitoring, and post-surgical evaluation.
- Dual posterior and anterior workflow — practices managing both glaucoma and anterior segment disease avoid the cost of a separate anterior OCT by using the RTVue-100 for both clinical applications.
Clinical Applications
- Glaucoma diagnosis and monitoring — RNFL thickness, ganglion cell complex analysis, and optic disc parameters tracked over time for glaucoma suspects and confirmed patients.
- Macular disease evaluation — macular thickness maps, retinal layer segmentation, and fluid detection in AMD, diabetic macular edema, and macular hole assessment.
- Corneal thickness mapping — pachymetry and corneal cross-sections via the anterior module for LASIK candidacy screening and keratoconus progression monitoring.
- Anterior chamber angle imaging — non-contact angle assessment for narrow-angle and angle-closure glaucoma patients alongside posterior segment evaluation.
- Retinal nerve fiber layer monitoring — longitudinal RNFL tracking with trend analysis for early identification of progressive structural loss in glaucoma.
Who This Is For
- Ophthalmology practices managing glaucoma and macular disease who need a validated Fourier-domain OCT with anterior segment capability at a sub-$15,000 price point.
- Optometry clinics expanding into OCT-based glaucoma monitoring and corneal imaging with a single refurbished instrument.
- Corneal and refractive surgery practices requiring anterior segment OCT for LASIK screening and post-operative corneal evaluation alongside retinal capability.
- Multi-location practices equipping satellite offices with a versatile OCT platform that covers both posterior and anterior clinical needs.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Model | Optovue RTVue-100 |
| Manufacturer | Optovue, Inc. |
| OCT Technology | Fourier-Domain (Spectral Domain) OCT |
| Scan Speed | 26,000 A-scans per second |
| Axial Resolution | 5 μm (in tissue) |
| Transverse Resolution | 15 μm |
| Wavelength | 840 nm (820 nm center, 50 nm bandwidth) |
| Scanning Depth | 2.0 – 2.3 mm |
| Transverse Field | 2 – 12 mm |
| Exposure at Pupil | 750 μW |
| Anterior Module | Included (cornea, angle, ACD imaging) |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Warranty | 6-month Digital Eye Center warranty |
Practices requiring higher scan speeds or swept-source OCT capability may also consider the Zeiss Cirrus 4000 HD-OCT. For practices adding pre-operative biometry alongside OCT diagnostics, the Topcon Aladdin-M biometer integrates OCT-based biometry with anterior segment topography.
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