The ophthalmoscope was invented in 1851 by German physician Hermann von Helmholtz. Helmholtz designed the first functional one, which consisted of a light source and a set of adjustable lenses that could be held close to the eye. This allowed doctors to view the inside of the eye for the first time and examine structures like the retina. Early versions were challenging to use and lacked...
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