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Posterior vitreous cyst.

R L Steinmetz1, B R Straatsma, M L Rubin

  • 1Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA School of Medicine 90024-7000.

American Journal of Ophthalmology
|March 15, 1990
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This study followed two young females with posterior vitreous cysts, finding they remained stable over time. Periodic observation is recommended for non-disabling posterior vitreous cysts.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Retinal Diseases

Background:

  • Posterior vitreous cysts are rare ocular conditions.
  • Understanding their natural history is crucial for management.

Observation:

  • Two young female patients presented with unilateral posterior vitreous cysts.
  • Symptoms included transient, infrequent, non-disabling visual obscurations.
  • One eye was emmetropic, the other highly myopic; no other ocular abnormalities were noted.

Findings:

  • The posterior vitreous cyst in one patient remained physically unchanged over a 17-year observation period.
  • The clinical course was stable, with no progression or visual impairment.

Implications:

  • Posterior vitreous cysts that do not cause significant visual disability can be managed conservatively.

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  • Periodic observation is a viable strategy for monitoring stable posterior vitreous cysts.
  • This case series contributes to the understanding of the long-term behavior of posterior vitreous cysts.