Abstract
Background: The incidence of ocular trauma has been on the rise for the past few years. This impels the medical community to be more adroit at diagnosing and treating these injuries. An effective way to diagnose different manifestations of ocular trauma involve the use of ultrasound to visualize the anatomical details of the eye and orbit, which is vital for deciding the best management plan. Aim: To assess the suitability of 3D Ultrasound as a first-line investigation for oculofacial emergencies resulting from projectile and blast injuries. Methods: In this review article, the focus of discussion will be the accuracy of 3D ultrasound in diagnosing oculofacial injuries and the utility of ultrasound in triage of vision threatening emergencies in austere environments. Results: Understanding the utility of ultrasound data for diagnosis will assist ophthalmologists in managing ocular trauma more effectively. Conclusion: We recommend that patients with suspected eye injuries should undergo careful 3D ultrasound examination by appropriately trained ophthalmologists as a part of triage for oculofacial emergencies in austere environments.
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