Publications by authors named "Lawrence C Achapu"

Background: The thickness of extraocular muscles (EOMs) is important in the management of several conditions associated with EOM enlargement. This study determined the normative values of EOM diameters in adult patients seen at a teaching hospital in Nigeria.

Materials And Methods: The study measured the thickness of the EOMs and the interzygomatic line (IZL) on brain images of 300 patients with non-orbital conditions (150 computed tomography [CT] and 150 magnetic resonance imaging [MRI]) archived in the radiological database of Delta State University Hospital, Nigeria, after ethical clearance.

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  • The study focuses on measuring the optic nerve diameter in adult Nigerians to assist in diagnosing related medical conditions.
  • 150 patients underwent MRI scans, revealing that male optic nerves are generally larger than females, but size isn't significantly affected by age.
  • The findings establish a normal diameter range for optic nerves, which can help identify issues like raised intracranial pressure and other optic nerve-related pathologies.
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