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Acute ocular traumatic imaging: what the radiologist should know [corrected].

Jarett Thelen¹, Asha A Bhatt², Alok A Bhatt³

¹Department of Imaging Sciences, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.

Emergency Radiology

|June 19, 2017

Summary

Radiologists can improve care for acute ocular trauma patients by understanding orbital anatomy and common imaging findings. This review covers key information for diagnosing eye injuries and guiding clinical decisions.

Keywords:

Anterior chamber Choroidal detachment Intraocular foreign body Lens dislocation Ocular trauma Open-globe injury Orbits Retinal detachment Vitreous hemorrhage

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In vivo Structural Assessments of Ocular Disease in Rodent Models using Optical Coherence Tomography

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Area of Science:

Radiology
Ophthalmology
Emergency Medicine

Background:

Acute ocular trauma is a common cause of emergency department visits and patient disability.
The orbits are often overlooked in radiological assessments of trauma.
Accurate imaging interpretation is crucial for effective patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

To review orbital anatomy relevant to ocular trauma.
To describe imaging findings of common acute traumatic ocular pathologies.
To highlight essential information for clinicians managing ocular trauma.

Main Methods:

Review of relevant anatomical structures of the orbit.
Discussion of imaging findings for various ocular injuries.
Emphasis on critical data for clinical reporting.

Main Results:

Detailed review of anterior and posterior chamber trauma.
Identification of imaging signs for lens dislocations.
Characterization of intraocular foreign bodies and globe injuries.

Conclusions:

Enhanced radiologist understanding of orbital anatomy improves trauma assessment.
Familiarity with specific imaging findings aids in diagnosing ocular injuries.
Clear communication of salient findings to clinicians is vital for patient outcomes.