Zeiss HFA-IIi 740i Visual Field

Despite some minor upgrades, the newer 740i is quite similar to the original 740 with a large footprint, and sub-par touch interface.

Overview

If you put someone in a room and asked them to distinguish between the HFA-II-i-series and the original HFA-II, they might have some trouble due to the fact they’re basically identical- or at least in appearance. Typically, when technology evolves, so does the design herein but then again we are talking about Carl Zeiss Ophthalmic after all. Fortunately, the newer i-series line-up offers some new exciting features, as well as modern data export solutions for EHR integration. The first thing you’ll notice is the substitution of a floppy drive for USB ports; no more backing up patient data on 1997 floppy disks. The second thing you’ll notice, is the HFA-II-i operates in almost exactly the same way– everything is familiar and how you would expect it coming off the prior HFA-II. It isn’t until we perform a test that we get to see Zeiss’ new GPA (Guidance Progression Analysis) with Visual Field Index software, and STATPAC-2 perimetry. These two software upgrades, along with the ability to export data with the DICOM gateway, is what you’ll gain over the traditional HFA-II. The 740i (just like the original HFA-II) comes with gaze tracking, 40GB hard drive, and foveal testing as standard– something the 720 does not– and carries all other features you’ll find in the latter unit models.OUR TAKE: The gold standard in perimetry, better than the entry-model 720 with upgrades such as gaze tracking and a new 40GB hard drive– now with (i-series) Progression Analysis, and EHR capabilities. A great fit for a high-volume practice, that desires EHR connectivity.4/5