KOWA Optimed, Inc.
Automatic Perimeter Makes Appearance on Emmy Award Winning Television Series
Los Angeles, CA ‐ Kowa Optimed, innovator of automated perimeters and optical technology, has again
raised the standard of automatic perimeters. Kowa automated perimeters have evolved in such a way as
to make equipment increasingly user friendly and the AP‐5000C Automatic Perimeter offers the highest
level of ease and usability yet.
As film at times reflects real life scenarios, the AP‐5000C Automatic Perimeter recently appeared on the
Emmy Award winning House series. For the past three seasons, House has shepherded an elite team of
young experts who helped him unravel diagnostic mysteries. As an example it illustrates that efficient
and easy screening and examination is imperative for effective eye care.
Studies indicate that Glaucoma is the second most common cause of
blindness in the U.S., affecting nearly 3 million people. The disease often
progresses silently, associated with changes in visual fields, and it is
estimated that one half of those affected are unaware. Glaucoma specific
screening can lead to early detection and treatment.
The AP‐5000C has a full variety of 25 types of test programs allowing clinicians to conduct perimetry by
selecting the most suitable program for each patient with the click of a mouse. The AP‐5000C features
test result display functions that are visually easy to understand and versatile analysis functions. The 25
programs are classified into five groups based on examination mode: screening, supra, threshold,
isopter and a custom option. Fundus perimetry examination, quick mode and fovea exams are available
in specific examination groups.
The AP‐5000C’s high level of usability is not limited to its abundant variety of tests. In ocular fundus
perimetry, the visual field is examined with an ocular fundus image displayed on the screen. AP‐5000C
enables fundus images to be displayed overlapping the perimetry result on the screen. Clinicians can
then assess the visual field with respect to the location of visual targets on the fundus.
AP‐5000C’s multi‐image display feature renders up to four results displayed on a screen in chronological
order. Additionally, the perimeter links to Kowa’s VK‐2 Digital Imaging System allowing multiple displays
of perimetry results with fundus images. Data is automatically stored in the PC and coordination with
other software is effortless. Viewer software (FT‐AP8) is attached allowing examination results to be
seen at any connected PC.
About Kowa Optimed, Inc: Kowa Optimed has a long and impressive tradition of providing precision
products that advance the state of innovation within key industries. The company’s mission reflects that
of its parent company, which has established a track record for innovative success that dates back to
1894. Founded in 1980, Kowa Optimed is Kowa’s presence in the Western hemisphere, and represents
one of the largest privately owned companies in Japan. Kowa Optimed offers advanced medical optics
and machinery as well as sporting and security vision technologies. For more information about the
diagnostic products contact Kowa Optimed, 2001 Vermont Avenue, Torrance, CA 90052, or by phone at
(800) 966‐5692 or visit www.kowa‐usa.com .
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