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Sclerochoroidal calcifications: wide-field imaging.

Kimberly V Miller¹, Andrew W Eller

¹Retina Service, UPMC Eye Center, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.

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|February 26, 2009

Summary

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Optos wide-field imaging aids in diagnosing rare sclerochoroidal calcifications. This technology provides crucial insights into the clinical and angiographic appearance of these unusual fundus lesions.

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Quantitative Fundus Autofluorescence for the Evaluation of Retinal Diseases

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Published on: March 11, 2016

Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Medical Imaging

Background:

Sclerochoroidal calcifications are rare and can present with varied clinical features.
Early and accurate diagnosis is essential for appropriate patient management.

Observation:

An 80-year-old female presented with blurred vision.
Fundus examination revealed superior arc-shaped lesions near the macula in both eyes.

Findings:

Wide-field fundus imaging, ultrasonography, and optical coherence tomography (OCT) confirmed sclerochoroidal calcifications.
Metabolic studies were initiated to investigate potential links to abnormal calcium metabolism.

Implications:

Optos wide-field fundus imaging is a valuable tool for diagnosing sclerochoroidal calcifications.
This technology enhances visualization of peripheral retinal and choroidal abnormalities.
Further research into the metabolic underpinnings of sclerochoroidal calcifications is warranted.