Ocular ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging test used to evaluate the internal structures of the eye when they cannot be visualized clearly during a standard exam, such as with cataracts, corneal opacity, or intraocular inflammation.
Using high-frequency sound waves, this diagnostic tool allows veterinary ophthalmologists to assess the lens, retina, vitreous, and tissues behind the eye for conditions like retinal detachment, intraocular masses, hemorrhage, or lens luxation.
Ocular ultrasound is painless, well tolerated by pets, and plays a critical role in diagnosing disease, guiding treatment decisions, and determining surgical candidacy.