Combined application of extended depth of field imaging, image stitching and polarized microscopy techniques in identification of Spatholobus suberectus

Objective:As traditional techniques for microscopic identification of Chinese medicines currently lack objective and high-quality reference images,here we developed a systemic procedure to be used in microscopic identification of Chinese medicines,which would lead to more objective,effective and accurate identification process.Methods:Spatholobi Caulis(Jixueteng in Chinese)was used as the specimen in the development of such procedure.Jixueteng samples were microscopically examined in bright-and dark-field microscopy.Microscopic images were obtained by regular,EDF,and image stitching techniques.Results:The microscopic images of the characteristics in pulverized Jixueteng were captured,thanks to EDF imaging and image stitching techniques which allowed the detailed and full sighting of each characteristic to be obtained simultaneously.Different layers in anatomical transverse section,including cork,phelloderm,cortex,phloem,cambium,xylem and pith,were distinctively observed.Moreover,by comparing images of bright-and dark-field microscopy,birefringent and non-birefringent components could readily be distinguished.Conclusion:With application of the developed procedure,high-definition,panoramic and microscopic images were acquired,which could be used as the reference images for microscopic identification of Chinese medicines.

The effects of premium intraocular lenses on presbyopia treatments

Background:Presbyopia has become a global disease affecting the world's aging population.Among various treatments,cataract extraction and intraocular lens(IOL)implantation have become the most popular and common methods of presbyopia correction.During the twentieth century,IOLs have underwent significant innovation and advancements to meet the patients'high demands for functional vision at all distances.Main Text:To meet the increasing needs for excellent near and intermediate vision for daily activities,some premium IOLs with more than one focus have been developed,for example,the refractive MfIOLs,diffractive MfIOLs,extended depth of field(EDOF)IOLs,and accommodating IOLs(AIOLs)were introduced to meet this need.In addition,the add-on MfIOLs have been explored as promising supplementary IOLs for pseudophakic presbyopia.When selecting the MfIOLs,the IOLs'features,patients’characteristics,preoperative eye conditions,and treatment expectations should be considered.Conclusions:In this review,we focus on the multifocal IOLs(MfIOLs)commonly used for presbyopia correction and systematically summarized their optical designs and clinical outcomes.More evidence-based studies are required to provide guidelines for MfIOL selection,provide maximum visual benefits,and develop personalized visual solutions in the future.