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The closed angle, seen by ultrasound

B-scan ultrasoundadvanced

An ultrasound biomicroscopy image of the anterior segment of an eye with angle closure.

Angle closure on ultrasound biomicroscopy: Cornea and iris in cross-section

Low-resolution scan of an older instrument print.

Diagnosis

Angle closure on ultrasound biomicroscopy

  • Cornea and iris in cross-section
  • Iris bowed forward and apposed to the cornea at the angle
  • No visible angle recess
  • Anterior chamber shallow

Same diagnosis, different appearance