Abstract

ObjectiveTo review the literature in order to describe the current nomenclature for the interpretation of retinal images of optical coherence tomography (OCT) in the macular area. MethodsA comprehensive literature search was conducted in the major biomedical databases since the introduction of OCT in ophthalmological field. ResultsQuantitative variations of central macular thickness and proper terminology used throughout the years are directly related to the technology and equipment used. ConclusionsThe current nomenclature of normal macular architecture represented in vivo on spectral domain OCT technology provides a clear and valid anatomical interpretation that can be applied, not only in research, but also in everyday practice.

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