Diagnostic Ophthalmic Ultrasound for Radiologists

Abstract

Ophthalmic ultrasound is an invaluable tool that provides quick and noninvasive evaluation of the eye and the orbit. It not only allows the clinicians to view structures that may not be visible with routine ophthalmic equipment or neuroimaging techniques but also provides unique diagnostic information in various ophthalmic conditions. In this article, the basic principles of ophthalmic ultrasound and examination techniques are discussed. Its clinical application is illustrated through a variety of ocular pathologic abnormalities (eg, narrow angles, ciliary body tumor, detached retina, choroidal melanoma, and papilledema).

Keywords: B-scan of the eye; Ocular ultrasound; Orbital ultrasound; Standardized A-scan of the eye; UBM; Ultrasonography; Ultrasound biomicroscopy.