3D ophthalmic ultrasonography at the slit lamp using existing ultrasound systems.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study aims to explore the feasibility and performance of three-dimensional ultrasound (3DUS) imaging in ophthalmology using commercially available ultrasound probes adapted to a slit lamp.

Significance

Despite ultrasound's long-standing application in eye care for visualizing ocular components, the evolution of 3DUS technology has remained inactive, with limited development and commercial availability. This study introduces a novel method that could potentially enhance ophthalmic diagnostics and treatment planning by providing comprehensive 3D views of ocular structures using existing ultrasound probes adapted to the conventional slit lamp.

Methods

A custom system was designed for mounting a linear actuator to a slit lamp and enabling the horizontal actua

SUBMITTER: Thomas JO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11774342 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature