Altris AI Launches Advanced Optic Disc Analysis for Glaucoma

Altris AI, a provider of AI OCT scan analysis for the detection of a range of retina pathologies and biomarkers, announced the launch of an advanced glaucoma 'Optic Disc Analysis' module.  

To address need to improve timely and accurate glaucoma detection, Altris AI has introduced its Advanced Optic Disc (OD) analysis, building on its earlier innovation with 'Ganglion Cell Complex' (GCC) asymmetry analysis to enhance the improvements from the Altris AI macula module which has been available for several years.

Altris AI’s glaucoma detection journey began with the creation of AI-powered GCC Asymmetry Analysis, designed to detect early risk of glaucoma. Now we are launching the AI-powered Advanced Optic Disc (OD) Analysis module as OD analysis is regarded as the gold standard for structural glaucoma diagnosis. This method provides a comprehensive picture of structural damage and allows detailed glaucoma assessment for treatment choice and monitoring.

The module evaluates optic disc parameters using OCT, providing personalized assessments by accounting for individual disc sizes and angle of rim absence. According to Altris, this tailored approach eliminates reliance on normative databases, making evaluations more accurate and patient-specific.

Altris AI’s platform assigns a severity score for optic disc damage on a scale from 1 to 10, offering valuable insights into glaucomatous changes. It also enables cross-evaluation across different OCT systems, allowing practitioners to analyze both macula and optic disc pathology, even when data originates from multiple OCT devices.

Key parameters evaluated by Altris AI’s Optic Disc Analysis include:

• Disc area
• Cup area
• Cup volume
• Minimal Cup depth
• Maximum Cup depth
• Cup/Disc area ratio
• Rim Absence angle
• Disc - Damage Likelihood Scale (DDLS)

The Altris AI Glaucoma Module is compatible with various OCT scan protocols, including:

• 3D OCT optic disc scans
• 3D OCT horizontal wide scans
• 3D OCT vertical-wide scans
• OCT optic disc raster scans

Combining GCC Asymmetry and Advanced Optic Disc analysis is designed to allow eye care practitioners (ECPs) to make faster evaluations and explore a wider range of treatment options. This streamlined approach empowers ECPs with timely, actionable data, ultimately improving patient outcomes and care.

“The launch of our Advanced Optic Disc Analysis module marks a pivotal step forward in glaucoma care. By combining the gold standard of optic disc evaluation with AI-powered precision, we’re equipping eye care professionals with the tools to make more accurate and timely diagnosis of this vision-threatening disorder," Maria Znamenska, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer at Altris AI, said in a company news release. "This innovation not only reduces false positive referrals but also enhances early detection and treatment planning—ensuring better outcomes for patients and optimizing healthcare resources. Together with GCC asymmetry analysis, our platform empowers clinicians to elevate the standard of glaucoma care, offering hope to millions at risk of vision loss."