IJSR - International Journal of Scientific Research

Chaudhari Nilam G.; Hansa H.Thakkar

Volume : V, Issue : VI, June - 2016

ULTRASONOGRAPHY AND COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY AS AN DIAGNOSTIC ADJUNT IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ORBITAL SPACE OCCUPYING LESIONS

Chaudhari Nilam G. , Hansa H. Thakkar

Abstract :

 The purpose of this study was to compare the diagnostic utility of the Ultrasonography(USG) and computed tomography(CT scan) in orbital space occupying lesions and to determine value of USG as a valuable diagnostic tool and for follow up while. CT scanning in the assessment of lesions against bony structures at the apex of the orbit. Fifty eyes of 50 patients of proptosis were enrolled in our prospective non–randomized study and subjected to clinical, USG and CT scan examination. With help of 10 MHz frequency ultrasound about 20(40%) and with CT scan 30(60%) masses were diagnosed. On USG around 37(74%) lesions are illdefined, 20(40%) hypo and 20(40%) hyperechoic. About 24(48%) masses shows well enhancement on CT scan. So Both the techniques are noninvasive valuable and reliable. CT scan is superior to USG for deep orbital mass for better surgical management and monitoring the recurrence.