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NIDEK AL-Scan Optical biometer - 6 klinikinių parametrų matavimas per 10 sek.
Manufacturer: NIDEK CO.,LTD.
Warranty: 24 months
Direct link to manufacturer's website: Optical Biometer AL-Scan | NIDEK
Brochure: AL_ScanE_6P_13
Features:
- 6 clinical parameters in 10 seconds
- 3D auto tracking and auto shot
- Anterior segment observation with Scheimpflug imaging and double mire ring keratometry
- Optional built-in ultrasound biometer
- IOL power calculation and IOL constants optimization Additional features with AL-Scan Viewer for NAVIS-EX
- Optional Myopia Viewer MV-1 software for myopia management
In addition to cataract surgery planning, the addition of optional Myopia Viewer MV-1 software allows myopia management.

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3D auto tracking and auto shot
The 3D auto tracking follows eye movements along the X-Y-Z directions to ensure accurate alignment of the eye. Once correct alignment is completed, the auto shot immediately captures the image and data.
- Anterior segment observation with Scheimpflug imaging and double mire ring keratometry
The AL-Scan provides sectional lens image, pupil image, and reflected image of double mire rings projected onto the cornea.

Sectional lens image (Scheimpflug image)

Pupil image

Reflected image of double mire rings
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Optional built-in ultrasound biometer
In cases where the optical biometer cannot measure an eye with an extremely dense cataract, the AL-Scan provides an optional built-in ultrasound biometer, allowing measurement of virtually any cataractous eye with a combined model. The AL-Scan requires no connection with an external ultrasound unit.

Ultrasound biometry
- IOL power calculation and IOL constants optimization
The IOL power is automatically calculated after measurement. Calculation of a personalized IOL constant improves postoperative accuracy.
- IOL power calculation formula on AL-Scan
SRK, SRK II, SRK/T, Binkhorst, Hoffer Q, Holladay 1, Formula/H, Camellin-Calossi, Shammas-PL - Additional Barrett formulas available for the NAVIS-EX AL-Scan Viewer
Barrett Universal II, Barrett True-K, Barrett Toric Calculator

- Additional features with AL-Scan Viewer for NAVIS-EX* (optional)
AL-Scan Viewer is software used for viewing and working with AL-Scan data via NAVIS-EX. This function enhances the capability of the AL-Scan with additional features and increases the efficiency of any clinic.
*NAVIS-EX is optional software and is required for use of the AL-Scan Viewer.
Data management and IOL power calculations
The large storage capacity of the NAVIS-EX database is available for review on the AL-Scan Viewer. The basic functions of the AL-Scan can also be performed with the AL-Scan Viewer including IOL power calculations and optimization of IOL constants.
Toric lens assist function
Acquisition of multiple toric lens assist images allows selection of the optimal image for digitally marking the astigmatic axis. These images allow better surgical planning for accurate toric IOL alignment.
Recalculation of measured values
The AL-Scan Viewer allows recalculation of modified axial length, white-to-white, and pupil size data for accurate calculations.
- Optional Myopia Viewer MV-1 software for myopia management
Adding the optional Myopia Viewer MV-1 software will expand your clinical services for monitoring and managing myopic progression in young patients.
Measurements over time can be monitored and compared with the growth curves (trend data). The MV-1 software allows clinicians to evaluate progression of myopia compared to an age-matched population and extrapolate progression based on growth curves.

Why Myopia Management now?
The increasing prevalence of myopia especially among young children is becoming a significant global health concern. Clinical and scientific literature has shown that axial length is an excellent parameter to predict and monitor the progression of myopia. Hence, optical biometers are considered essential for myopia management.

Why the AL-Scan M is an essential first step for your Myopia Management practice?
Simply add it to your practice and your platform is ready for Myopia Management.
As most facilities already have an auto refractometer, the AL-Scan M provides the other essential components for myopia management.
Easy. Quick. Accurate.
The 3D auto tracking and auto shot allow easy operation and quick measurement like an auto refractometer. The accuracy of axial length measurement is the same as the NIDEK AL-Scan that is used in cataract practices worldwide.

Visualizing progression and treatment effects.
Measurements over time can be monitored and compared with the growth curve*. Additionally, the MV-1** Myopia Viewer software presents the history of treatment and patient behavior in a convenient summary. The history is important for clinical decision-making and the intuitive displays are helpful for patient and parental education.
* Tideman JWL, Polling JR, Vingerling JR, et al. Axial length growth and the risk of developing myopia in European children. Acta Ophthalmol. 2018;96(3):301-309. doi:10.1111/aos.13603
** A license is required for use of the MV-1. A license is included with the AL-Scan M.
Simple data integration with the MV-1 Myopia Viewer software
Data integration between the AL-Scan M and the MV-1 is simple:
After measurement, the operator can integrate the result with the existing patient list on the MV-1. If a NIDEK autorefractor is connected, the MV-1 can receive the refraction data seamlessly. Alternatively, refraction data can be manually entered.





