Fundus autofluorescence in serpiginouslike choroiditis.

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Medical Imaging

Background:

• Serpiginous-like choroiditis is an inflammatory condition affecting the choroid.
• Understanding its progression is crucial for effective management.

Observation:

• Fundus autofluorescence (FAF) imaging was used to study 29 patients with presumed tubercular serpiginous-like choroiditis.
• FAF patterns were analyzed during acute, subacute, and healed stages of the lesions.
• Comparison was made with color fundus photography and fluorescein angiography.

Findings:

• FAF patterns evolved significantly with lesion healing.
• Acute lesions showed ill-defined hyperautofluorescence.
• Healed lesions transitioned to predominantly hypoautofluorescence, with stippled patterns observed in intermediate stages.

Implications:

• Fundus autofluorescence is a valuable tool for assessing disease activity in serpiginous-like choroiditis.
• FAF provides a rapid method for monitoring lesion progression and healing.
• This imaging modality aids in the clinical management of this condition.