Ocular Ultrasound (B-scan ultrasonography) uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the internal structures of the eye. It is particularly valuable when the retina cannot be examined directly due to conditions like dense cataracts, vitreous hemorrhage, or corneal opacity.
A small probe is gently placed on the closed eyelid or on the eye surface after applying numbing drops. Sound waves bounce off internal eye structures, creating a real-time image on the screen. The procedure is quick and well-tolerated.
Ocular ultrasound is essential when media opacity prevents direct retinal visualization. It helps detect retinal detachments, intraocular tumors, vitreous hemorrhage, and foreign bodies. It is also used to measure eye dimensions before surgery.
The procedure is painless and takes about 10–15 minutes. No special preparation is needed. Topical anesthetic drops may be used for contact techniques. Results are interpreted immediately by your ophthalmologist.
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