§ Mr. David StewartTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what progress has been made in introducing optomap to diabetic retinopathy screening procedures. [116179]
§ Mr. LammyThe potential role of scanning laser opthalmoscopes is being considered as part of the overall programme in support of the implementaion of diabetic retinopathy screening. Further evidence is awaited. Discussions will include the manufacturers of the optomap wide field laser scanning ophthalmoscope.