Neuroimaging of Ocular Abnormalities in Children

Abstract

In this article, we will discuss the essential MR imaging protocol required for the assessment of ocular abnormalities including malignancies. Then we will describe relevant anatomy, ocular embryogenesis, and genetics to establish a profound understanding of pathophysiology of the congenital ocular malformations. Finally, we will discuss pediatric ocular malignancies, benign mimics, and the most common congenital ocular malformations with case examples and illustrations and give tips on how to distinguish these entities on neuroimaging.

Keywords: Anterior segment defects; Intraocular lesions; MR imaging; Neuroimaging; Ocular congenital malformations; Ocular malignancy; Posterior segment defects.