by NIna Vaclavikova
Interviews: Francesco Slocovich – President, Alberto and Kathleen Casali Charitable Foundations ETS; Anna Coslovich – Ophthalmologist, Trieste 2 Health District
The Trieste 2 health district of the regional public healthcare authority Asugi has introduced a portable diagnostic device designed to expand access to eye care for patients with limited mobility and disabilities.
The district recently acquired a portable slit lamp, a key ophthalmic instrument used to examine the structures of the eye and detect potential abnormalities. The device, valued at €3,318.40, was purchased through a donation from the Alberto and Kathleen Casali charitable foundations.
Health officials say the equipment will allow specialists to conduct eye examinations both in outpatient clinics and during home visits, offering new options for patients who are unable to undergo traditional clinical evaluations.
The portable slit lamp uses a directed LED light beam to analyze various parts of the eye, including the cornea, iris, pupil, lens and vitreous body. Weighing about 700 grams, the device allows physicians greater flexibility when examining patients who may struggle to remain still or properly positioned using standard ophthalmic equipment.
Local health authorities described the acquisition as part of a broader effort to strengthen community-based healthcare services and improve medical access for vulnerable populations.
