Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How B-scan ultrasound helps find eye masses in pets
By Miller, W W & Cartee, R E·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1985·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: B-scan ultrasonography for the detection of space-occupying ocular masses.
Plain-English summary
Researchers used a special imaging technique called B-scan ultrasonography to get detailed pictures of the eyes and surrounding areas in pets. This method was tested on two cats and one dog to help identify any unusual growths or masses behind the eyes. While the images were good at showing the deeper tissues, they weren't as clear in detail. The study suggests that using this type of ultrasound could be helpful for veterinarians when checking for these kinds of problems in pets.
Abstract
A noninvasive technique, B-scan ultrasonography, was used to obtain detailed cross-sectional images of ocular and orbital structure and form. When a low-frequency probe (5 MHz) was used, tissue penetration was excellent; however, axial resolution was limited. The technique was used in a study of 2 cats and 1 dog. The use of low-frequency B-scan ultrasound should aid in the diagnostic examinations of space-occupying masses in the posterior portion of the ocular bulb and the orbit.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3894305/