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General Information

Description

Uses B-mode US coupled with Doppler technology to visualize flow in the vessels in the orbit.

Uses in Ophthalmology

  1. Superior ophthalmic vein pathology: Cavernous sinus fistula, superior ophthalmic vein thrombosis.
  2. Orbital varix.
  3. Arteriovenous malformations.
  4. Vascular disease including central retinal artery occlusion, central retinal vein occlusion, ocular ischemic syndrome, and giant cell arteritis.