Cine magnetic resonance imaging of ocular motility

Abstract

We describe a technique of generation of a cine motion picture of ocular movements in a patient with Duane Type II exotropia. With the magnetic resonance scanning unit, multiple scans can be sequenced to give a graphic animation to the eyes as targets are fixated across the visual field. With this technique, we were able to clearly view the contractility of the extraocular muscles and note the changes in pulling directions of the muscles in this patient. The restriction of movement due to the cocontraction of the horizontal rectus muscles was readily apparent.