Ultrasound of the Eye
Ultrasound of the Eye
(This examination is part of the initial diagnostic work-up)
Ultrasound examination of the eye is a modern and informative diagnostic method. It makes it possible to scan and assess the condition of the eyeball with high precision. This test is especially valuable for patients with media opacities (cornea, lens, vitreous body) that do not allow visual assessment of the posterior segment of the eye. This method makes it possible to detect various defects and pathologies of the fundus.
It should be noted that this procedure does not require any special preparation from the patient. Before ocular ultrasound, there is no need to use eye drops or follow a special diet. However, patients who wear eye makeup should remove it before the examination. Mascara, eyeliner, eye shadow and other cosmetic products must be washed off, as the specialist will need to apply a special gel to the surface of the upper eyelid. In all other respects, ultrasound of the eyeball is a routine and fairly simple procedure.
There are quite a number of indications for this examination, among which are:
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Intraorbital or intraocular tumors
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Pathology of the fundus, retina, vascular abnormalities, pathology of the optic nerve
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Opacification of the ocular media
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Retinal detachment
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Glaucoma
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Various eye injuries, as well as intraocular hemorrhages
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Foreign bodies (metal shavings, wood fragments, etc.)
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Changes in the size of the orbit and the eyeball
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Congenital anomalies of the orbits and eyeballs detected at birth
