Abstract
Ophthalmic ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to generate a two-dimensional topographic image of the eye. These two dimensional images are helpful in diagnosing a myriad of diseases involving the posterior segment . Works on the principle of acoustic impedence. Ultrasound B-scan is indicated in both clear and opaque ocular media. This chapter includes all the nuances of an ophthalmic ultrasound.
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Ganesan, S., Mohan, S., Dasgupta, D., Bhende, M. (2024). Ophthalmic Ultrasound. In: Das, T., Satgunam, P. (eds) Ophthalmic Diagnostics. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-0138-4_24
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