Multimodal Imaging for MacTel

At Duke Eye Center, Dr. Lad presents a transformative understanding of macular telangiectasia (MacTel), once thought rare but now considered a common neurodegenerative condition affecting photoreceptors. The subtle early symptoms often resemble other macular diseases, complicating diagnosis. Early detection through multimodal imaging, particularly spectral-domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT), is crucial. While current imaging techniques help in diagnosis and monitoring, the development of AI-driven quantitative tools is essential for enhancing patient understanding of disease progression.

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Eleonora M. Lad

Eleonora Lad, MD, PhD is Professor of Ophthalmology and Vice Chair for Ophthalmology Clinical Research at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC, where she practices in the Vitreoretinal Disease division.

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