Visit Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy at NCCT, which is a NABL & NABH-accredited diagnostic centre where you can get diagnostic imaging services. A non-contrast computed tomography (CT) scan of the orbits can produce detailed axial and coronal images of the eye sockets and adjacent bones. It can be used to help a doctor diagnose fractures, eye or orbital bone trauma, and other bone disorders of the eye sockets.

About NCCT Orbit Axial & Coronal

NCCT Axial & Coronal Orbit is a computed tomography (CT) scan that is ordered to diagnose the anatomy of the orbits and orbital structures in two planes. Axial images provide cross-sectional views of the orbits, while coronal images help assess the orbital roof, floor, medial wall, and adjacent structures. This is helpful when studying the orbit bone, the orbit wall, and/or the facial bones around the orbit. It may be used following any eye and/or facial or orbital trauma. It may be used if there is a suspicion of fracture to the oral cavity and/or a close examination of the eye sockets is required.

What is NCCT Orbit Axial & Coronal?

This examination involves taking detailed pictures of cross sections, using an X-ray beam and computers without IV contrast material. Throughout this scan, emphasis is placed on the area around the eyes (orbits), where the eye sockets are and the structures of the eyes. The advantage of the radiologist is that he can evaluate some of the adjacent bones, as well as some of the walls of the orbit and selected orbital abnormalities by the resulting axial and coronal image reconstruction. Evaluation using CT is ideal for injuries of the bones, fractures, and other bone problems. Other imaging may be needed to examine some soft tissue or vascular diseases, depending on clinical indications.

Common Reasons for NCCT Orbit Axial & Coronal

• Orbital Trauma: Helps to evaluate eye socket trauma following accidental exposures, falls, or direct trauma to the eye socket.
• Suspected orbital fracture: Suspicion of the severity of the fracture in all the walls of the orbit (floor, roof, medial wall, lateral wall).
• Head bone injury: Evaluates the fractures of bones around the eyes.
• Swelling around the eye: Allows them to see any abnormalities of the bone or trauma.
• Suspected foreign body: Can help identify some radiopaque foreign body in, or close to, the orbital cavity.
• Assess Orbital bones for Trauma, in detail if necessary.
• Double vision following injury: May help rule out a fracture or other structure that could have led to the double vision.
• Pre-operative planning: Gives anatomic information prior to pre-selected orbital or facial surgery.

Conditions Evaluated

Orbital Wall Fractures

A CT scan provides greater detail of the eye sockets' surrounding bone. It can be helpful in the diagnosis of orbital floor, medial, and lateral fractures, as well as the extent of fracture of the roof.

Orbital Floor Injuries

Coronal cross sections are of particular value to examine the orbital floor and are crucial to evaluate when there is facial trauma, but not necessarily purely traumatic, to assess if the orbital floor is fractured. Imaging may aid the doctor in evaluating the injury and recognizing if additional special evaluation is indicated.

Orbital Roof and Medial Wall Abnormalities

The axial cuts and the coronal cuts can be used to demonstrate the medial wall of the orbit, the orbital roof, and to identify fractures and other bony abnormalities of the orbit.

Traumatic Orbital Changes

In the case of a traumatic injury to the eye socket area, the scan might reveal fractures and some of the changes that would have resulted. If detailed examination of the eyeball and soft tissues is needed, then clinical examination and other imaging may be needed.

Adjacent Facial Bone Injuries

If a large area is being scanned, it can also show parts of neighbouring facial bones and may also help to detect fractures.

Orbital Anatomical Abnormalities

A scan can offer details of the structures and organisation of the orbits that may be beneficial for certain congenital, acquired, or post-traumatic abnormalities.

Pre-Surgical Assessment

Specific axial and coronal imaging can assist the specialist in recognizing the detailed anatomic structure of the orbit as well as the degree of bony injury prior to the selection of a particular surgical technique.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

A Diagnostic Centre with the greatest infrastructure of Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Pathological services in a single building,g along with accreditation by NABH & NABL, Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. Our imaging services have access to cutting-edge diagnostic equipment, appropriate imaging protocols, skilled specialists, and a patient-centered approach. We will make precise diagnoses and reporting in order to inform clinical decisions in an attempt to help our patients as best as possible.

Book your NCCT Orbit Axial & Coronal Test

Contact Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy if your physician has suggested an NCCT Orbit Axial & Coronal, to get information about booking an appointment and information regarding when the scan is available. Please bring your prescription and any previous relevant orbital or facial imaging reports, if available, to help the radiology team understand the clinical indication.