Ultrasonography
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Dr. Aditya Raut M.B.B.S D.O.MS
Updated on Mar 28  •  2 mins read
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What is Ultrasonography

Ultrasonography is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses sound waves to create a picture of the inside of the body.Ultrasonography is commonly used to diagnose and monitor conditions of the eye, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and retinal detachments.

Ultrasound waves are sent into the eye and bounce back off different structures, allowing the doctor to see the shape, size, and position of structures in the eye.It is fast, relatively painless, and does not involve exposure to radiation.

Ultrasonography is a valuable tool for detecting abnormalities in the eye, such as tumors, cysts, and foreign objects.


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When to do Ultrasonography

  1. Ultrasonography should be done in adults and children, including infants. It is a safe and non-invasive imaging technique that can be used to diagnose a wide range of eye conditions.
  2. It should be considered urgently for the following situations:
  3. If the patient is experiencing sudden vision changes, such as blurring or loss of vision.
  4. If the patient is experiencing frequent or persistent eye pain.
  5. If the patient has experienced a severe eye injury.
  6. If the patient has a history of eye surgery.
  7. If the patient is suspected of having a retinal detachment or vitreous hemorrhage.
  8. If the patient has a history of recurrent uveitis.
  9. If the patient is suspected of having glaucoma.
  10. If the patient has a history of diabetes or high blood pressure.

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Diseases in which Ultrasonography is done

  1. Retinal Detachment - Ultrasonography can be used to measure retinal thickness and examine the vitreous cavity to determine if a retinal detachment has occurred.
  2. Retinal Vascular Occlusions - Ultrasonography can be used to measure retinal edema and the amount of fluid in the vitreous cavity to determine if a retinal vascular occlusion has occurred.
  3. Glaucoma - Ultrasonography can be used to measure intraocular pressure, cup-to-disc ratio and optic nerve head to determine if glaucoma is present.
  4. Diabetic Retinopathy - Ultrasonography can be used to measure retinal thickness, measure retinal edema and look for signs of neovascularization to determine if diabetic retinopathy is present.
  5. Macular Degeneration - Ultrasonography can be used to measure retinal thickness, look for signs of edema, and examine the choroidal vessels to determine if macular degeneration is present.
  6. Choroidal Detachment - Ultrasonography can be used to measure retinal thickness and examine the vitreous cavity to determine if a choroidal detachment has occurred.
  7. Vitreoretinal Disorders - Ultrasonography can be used to measure retinal thickness, examine the vitreous cavity, and look for signs of vitreoretinal traction to determine if a vitreoretinal disorder is present.
  8. Uveitis - Ultrasonography can be used to measure retinal thickness, look for signs of edema, and examine the intraocular structures to determine if uveitis is present.
  9. Cataracts - Ultrasonography can be used to measure the thickness of the lens and determine if a cataract is present.
  10. Retinoblastoma - Ultrasonography can be used to measure the size of the tumor and examine the intraocular structures to determine if a retinoblastoma is present.

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Symptoms that require Ultrasonography

  1. Fluid accumulation in the eye: Ultrasonography can be used to determine if fluid has built up in the eye, which can cause vision problems.
  2. Retinal detachment: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose a retinal detachment, which is when the retina has become separated from the underlying tissue of the eye.
  3. Macular degeneration: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose macular degeneration, which is a degenerative eye condition that affects the central part of the retina and can cause vision loss.
  4. Cataracts: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose cataracts, which are a clouding of the eye’s lens that can lead to blurry vision.
  5. Glaucoma: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose glaucoma, which is a condition that affects the pressure inside the eye, leading to damage to the optic nerve and vision loss.
  6. Eye tumors: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose eye tumors, which are growths inside the eye that can lead to vision loss.
  7. Uveitis: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose uveitis, which is an inflammation of the eye’s middle layer that can lead to vision loss.
  8. Diabetic retinopathy: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose diabetic retinopathy, which is a condition caused by diabetes that affects the retina and can lead to vision loss.
  9. Orbital cellulitis: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose orbital cellulitis, which is an infection of the tissues surrounding the eye that can lead to vision loss.
  10. Endophthalmitis: Ultrasonography can be used to diagnose endophthalmitis, which is an inflammation of the interior of the eye caused by infection that can lead to vision loss.

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How Ultrasonography is done

  1. Ultrasonography is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses sound waves to create images of the inside of your eye. During the procedure, a transducer will be placed on your eye and sound waves will be sent through the transducer. These sound waves will be reflected back to the transducer, forming an image of the inside of your eye.
  2. The entire process is performed using a fully automated machine, so you will be asked to remain still while the machine takes the images. The ultrasonography procedure is painless and takes only a few minutes.
  3. After the images are taken, they will be sent to a computer for further analysis. The doctor will then be able to review the images to assess the condition of your eye.
  4. If you have any questions or concerns about the procedure, please do not hesitate to ask your doctor.

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How long will Ultrasonography take

  1. The Ultrasonography test should take about 30 minutes. For the reports to be ready, it usually takes about 24-48 hours.

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Reviewed By

Dr.Aditya Raut, MBBS, DOMS, Cataract and Refractive Surgeon, with experience of over 3000 cataract surgeries.

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Article Reviewed by Dr. Aditya Raut M.B.B.S D.O.MS Cataract Lasik and refractive surgeon
Specialist in number reduction surgery, Refractive Lens exchange and ICL surgery.

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