Ocular volume measured by CT scans

Newer CT scans have greatly enhanced oculometric research and made it possible to measure ocular dimensions. With these measurements, ocular volume can be more accurately estimated to understand its relationship with age and sex. One hundred CT orbit scans with presumed normal eyes were used for the...

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Published in:Neuroradiology 1984-01, Vol.26 (6), p.419-420
Main Authors: HAHN, F. J, WEI-KOM CHU
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adult
Aged
Aging
Biological and medical sciences
Biometry - methods
Child
Child, Preschool
Eye - diagnostic imaging
Female
Humans
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Investigative techniques, diagnostic techniques (general aspects)
Male
Medical sciences
Middle Aged
Otorhinolaryngology. Stomatology. Orbit
Radiodiagnosis. Nmr imagery. Nmr spectrometry
Sex Factors
Tomography, X-Ray Computed - methods
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Summary:Newer CT scans have greatly enhanced oculometric research and made it possible to measure ocular dimensions. With these measurements, ocular volume can be more accurately estimated to understand its relationship with age and sex. One hundred CT orbit scans with presumed normal eyes were used for the data base. The mean values and normal variations of ocular volumes at various ages in both sexes are presented. Rapid growth of the eyeball was noted during the first 24 months of age. It reached its peak between the ages of 18 and 30 years of age, after which there was a reduction. Results may be of help in recognizing eye abnormalities such as microophthalmus and macrophthalmia.
ISSN:0028-3940
1432-1920
DOI:10.1007/BF00342674