Welch Allyn SureSight Vision Screener
Welch Allyn SureSight Vision Screener
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Details
Finally, a child-friendly vision test that's automatic, objective, and takes just seconds. Vision disorders are one of the most prevalent health problems children have, and in pre-schoolers, the majority are undetected. Left untreated, these disorders often lead to amblyopia ("lazy eye") the leading cause of monocular blindness in North Americans under 70. The first objective, accurate vision test that ensures reliable early detection of refractive error, the primary vision disorder in children.
Features
- Five-second, automatic test addresses compliance problems and makes testing easier.
- Lights and sounds engage the patient's attention.
- Automatically measures and indicates abnormal readings - no provider interpretation is required.
- Operates at a non-threatening 14-inch (35 cm) distance.
- Requires minimal cooperation, making it ideal for use on young children, the disabled, and when there is a language barrier.
- Screens for common vision problems, including near and farsightedness (myopia/hyperopia), astigmatism (asymmetrical focus), and anisometropia (unequal power between eyes).
Key Components
- SureSight Vision Screener, Only
- Charging transformer only
- SureSight Stand
- Lithium-Ion Battery
Other Information
Remote infrared link to thermal printer. RS-232 interface for IBM-compatible PC for future software upgrades/data transfer to electronic medical records
Patent Numbers
U.S. Patent Nos. 6,007,202; D413,979; and international patents pending.
Replacement Parts
- Lithium-Ion Battery
Accessories
- Thermal Printer
- Carrying Case
- Printer Paper (1 Roll)
- Lithium-Ion Battery
Specifications
General
- Data Acquisition Time: 2.4 s/eye
- Data Acquisition: Measures and averages 5 to 8 readings/eye
- Weight: 2.0 lbs (0.9 Kg)
- Working Distance: 14 inches (35 cm)
- Battery Life: More than 3 hours of continuous usage
- Low-battery Indicator: Indicates ~ 15 minutes usage remains
- Technology: Welch Allyn proprietary autorefractor hardware/algorithm
