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system, method and apparatus for anatomical mapping utilizing
optical coherence tomography. In the present invention, 3-dimensional fundus intensity imagery can be acquired from a scanning of light back-reflected from an eye. The scanning can include
spectral domain scanning, as an example. A fundus intensity image can be acquired in real-time. The 3-dimensional
data set can be reduced to generate an anatomical mapping, such as an
edema mapping and a thickness mapping. Optionally, a partial fundus intensity image can be produced from the scanning of the eye to generate an en face view of the
retinal structure of the eye without first requiring a full segmentation of the 3-D
data set. Advantageously, the
system, method and apparatus of the present invention can provide quantitative three-dimensional information about the spatial location and extent of
macular edema and other pathologies. This three-dimensional information can be used to determine the need for treatment, monitor the effectiveness of treatment and identify the return of fluid that may
signal the need for re-treatment.