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Technologies including fundus photography, laser scanning ophthalmoscopes and optical coherence tomography have long been used to create detailed retinal images for the detection and management of ocular diseases. Today, artificial intelligence (AI) is used increasingly in imaging equipment and it continues to evolve with the ability to diagnose ocular conditions as effectively as trained optical professionals.

As the NHS continues to struggle with an ageing population and increasing numbers of patients with ocular conditions, AI techniques can help to reduce the burden on secondary care and enable eye care professionals to deliver a more effective and efficient health service with fewer costs downstream.