OptiCard: an inexpensive and portable method of bedside direct fundoscopy

The use of fundoscopy to observe and grade retinal changes in diabetes and hypertension is well known. Fundus screening is recommended prior to discharge of every neonate from the neonatal unit to rule out congenital cataract. However, the traditional direct fundoscopes are expensive and, therefore, not available in majority of the hospitals in developing countries. Also, fundoscopy needs special expertise to use the device. OptiCard is an inexpensive new method of direct fundoscopy that allows visualization of retina and optic disc with or without the use of cell phone. The affordability and ease of use of this device can result in better patient care in hospital setups with limited resources