Echographical and radiological examination of intraocular calcifications

Abstract

A reliable diagnosis of several intraocular disorders is possible only by means of imaging methods (traditional X-ray, computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, echography). In some cases the combination of these methods is indispensable for diagnosis. The exposure of patients to irradiation and examination costs can be reduced significantly by an optimal choice of methods. We describe the possibilities of echographical and radiological differentiation of intraocular calcifications on the basis of our cases (retinoblastoma, drusen papillae, Coat’s disease, astrocytoma, osteoma choroideae, cataracta luxata, phthisis bulbi, foreign body); in addition, we present our experience with these methods.