Abstract
A new noncorneal electrode for clinical electroretinography was developed. It consists of a thin wire forming a loop modeled to fit into the lower conjunctival sac. Electrical contact is made with the scleral conjunctiva through an exposed portion of otherwise insulated wire. The recorded pattern electroretinograms are in the same amplitude range as if recorded by the gold foil electrode, while the flash electroretinograms with the new electrode are of about two-thirds the amplitude of corneal electrodes. The new electrode is more durable and hence less expensive than gold foil electrodes and can likewise be used without topical anesthetic. Cleaning is easy and effective. The electrode rarely causes discomfort and produces stable responses for at least 2 hours. The electrode aims to match stability of skin electrodes with sensitivity of fragile foil and fiber electrodes.
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Hawlina, M., Konec, B. New noncorneal HK-loop electrode for clinical electroretinography. Doc Ophthalmol 81, 253–259 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00156014
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