UBM-ultrasound biomicroscopy, is an ultrasound examination of the anterior segment of the eye with the use of a special probe. It is used to examine pathological lesions in the cornea, anterior chamber, iridocorneal angle, iris, lens and ciliary body. It may also be performed in the case of corneal opacity. It is important in the diagnosis of secondary and closed-angle glaucoma, iris anomalies and tumours of the cornea, conjunctiva, iris and the ciliary body. It enables e.g. assessment of iris anomalies, diagnosis of secondary and angle-closure glaucoma, assessment of pathological lesions in the anterior segment of the eye, such as tumours or cysts. The examination is conducted in a supine position, with the use of a special anaesthetic
FAQ
UBM is an examination of the anterior segment of the eye. UBM, i.e. ultrasound biomicroscopy, is used to examine the cornea, anterior chamber, iridocorneal angle, iris, lens and ciliary body and vitreous base.
It is a painless procedure conducted under local anaesthesia using eye drops and lasts short, about 15 minutes.
Yes, the treating ophthalmologist should issue a referral note for UBM examination.
The patient receives the result on the day of the examination.