[Diagnostic B-scan ultrasound of the lens before cataract surgery with intraocular artificial lens implantation].

The aim of this paper is to elaborate an ultrasound method for the examination of anterior segment of the eye with use of standard B-scan 10 MHz ultrasonography. Usefulness of this method was estimated in crystalline lens pathology. Own designed "upside down funnel" made of plastic enabled immersion eye examination 38 eyes with senile cataract and traumatic cataract were diagnosed. It was proved that the described method makes possible to estimate different lens pathology. It is especially recommended to examine posterior lens capsule and to avoid possible complication during surgery. The method makes it possible to undertake optimal decision before surgery.