B-Scan
B-scan is a high-frequency ocular ultrasound that produces a cross-sectional image of the eye and the space behind the eye. The B-scan is also known as:
- Echography - eye orbit
- Ultrasound - eye orbit
- Ocular ultrasonography
- Orbital ultrasonography
Purpose of the B-Scan
The B-scan enables eye care professionals to accurately diagnose and evaluate a wide range of eye conditions including:
- Cataracts
- Retinal detachment
- Tissue damage
- Inflammation
- Vitreous hemorrhage
- Tumor
- Suspected foreign body
- Eye trauma
- Eye pain
- Lens dislocation
Advantages of the B-Scan
The B-scan provides numerous advantages over comparable ocular imaging systems. They include:
- Images of the eye can be obtained from all patients
- Accurate results
- Painless procedure
The accuracy of B-scan imaging allows eye care professionals to precisely determine the severity of the patient's condition, ensuring that patients receive the care they need.