Optical Ultrasound

Ophthalmic ultrasound systems support diagnostic imaging and measurement of the eye’s internal structures when optical methods are obstructed or not possible. Mainline Instruments supplies gold standard optical ultrasound imaging solutions from trusted manufacturers, including TOMEY, with advanced devices that support A-scan and B-scan methods. Ultrasound is commonly used alongside other biometry diagnostic tools to provide critical data where standard examination is restricted by media opacities, dense cataracts or other ocular obstructions.

  • A-scan and B-scan ultrasound for complex diagnostic cases
  • Supports reliable assessment when optical imaging is limited

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What Does Optical Ultrasound Help With?

Ophthalmic ultrasonography is used to assess internal eye structures when direct visualisation is not possible, such as in cases of dense cataracts, vitreous haemorrhage or other media opacities. It provides reliable diagnostic information that cannot be obtained through optical imaging alone.

 

Ultrasound supports posterior segment assessment, orbital evaluation and pre-operative planning. We supply devices that support both A-scan ultrasound, which enables accurate measurements when optical methods are not possible, and B-scan ultrasound, for visualisation of intraocular and orbital structures. This supports more accurate diagnosis and aids the monitoring of retinal, vitreoretinal and structural abnormalities.

 

The optical ultrasound systems supplied by Mainline are often modular, such as the dockable Tomey AL-4000 and UD-800, and are designed to enable efficient data capture, image storage and review, supporting continuity of assessment along the patient journey.

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What is optical ultrasound imaging?

Optical ultrasound is an advanced imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to assess the internal structures of the eye. It is often used to support diagnosis and measurement when other imaging methods are limited or obstructed, such as in cases of dense cataracts, complementing biometry in surgical planning and complex cases.

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