Regression of Cystoid Macular Edema Three Weeks After Laser for Retinopathy of Prematurity

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Publié dans:Ophthalmic surgery, lasers & imaging retina. - 2013. - 51(2020), 8 vom: 01. Aug., Seite 472-475
Auteur principal: Wong, Brittany M (Auteur)
Autres auteurs: Chu, Alison, Tsui, Irena
Format: Article en ligne
Langue:English
Publié: 2020
Accès à la collection:Ophthalmic surgery, lasers & imaging retina
Sujets:Case Reports Journal Article Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Résumé:Copyright 2020, SLACK Incorporated.
Cystoid macular edema (CME) has been reported in the neonatal period associated with preterm birth; however, its pathogenesis remains unclear and is likely multifactorial. The authors report the case of a preterm infant imaged using optical coherence tomography (OCT), which revealed severe CME that regressed after laser treatment. Because laser for retinopathy of prematurity aims to reduce vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) levels, this case considers the possibility of VEGF-mediated CME pathogenesis. Further, the authors provide additional evidence of the value of OCT for noninvasive visualization of the preterm retina; the modality provides an effective way to evaluate and monitor progression of CME. [Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging Retina. 2020;51:472-475.]
Description:Date Completed 21.07.2021
Date Revised 21.07.2021
published: Print
Citation Status MEDLINE
ISSN:2325-8179
DOI:10.3928/23258160-20200804-08