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K K Sen1, Jks Parihar2, Mandeep Saini3
1Classified Specialist (Radiodiagnosis & Imaging), Command Hospital (Northern Command), C/o 56 APO.
Medical Journal, Armed Forces India
|July 14, 2016
Summary
Ocular ultrasonography (B-mode) offers a rapid, safe, and reliable method for evaluating retinal disorders, particularly when opaque ocular media prevent fundoscopy. This diagnostic tool provides high sensitivity and specificity for preoperative assessment of the posterior segment.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Opaque ocular media hinder direct visualization of the posterior segment.
- Accurate preoperative assessment is crucial for retinal disorder management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the advantages of ocular ultrasonography (B-mode) in diagnosing retinal disorders.
- To determine the efficacy of B-mode sonography in patients with opaque ocular media.
Main Methods:
- Sonographic study involving 164 patients (328 eyes).
- Utilized B-mode ultrasonography for ocular examination.
Main Results:
- B-mode sonography demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity in detecting ocular pathologies.
- The modality proved valuable for preoperative assessment when fundoscopy was not feasible.
- Effectively evaluated retinal disorders in patients with opaque ocular media.
Conclusions:
- Ocular ultrasonography (B-mode) is a rapid, inexpensive, safe, and reliable diagnostic tool.
- It is highly advantageous for evaluating retinal disorders, especially in cases of opaque ocular media.
- Essential for preoperative assessment of the posterior segment when direct visualization is compromised.
