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    • Optic pit maculopathy is a rare condition affecting vision.
    • Bilateral optic pits are uncommon, with most cases presenting unilateral pits.

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    • A 16-year-old male presented with decreased visual acuity.
    • Ophthalmic examination revealed two optic pits within the optic nerve head.
    • Macular schisis was present, but no subretinal fluid was observed.

    Findings:

    • The patient exhibited visual impairment attributed to optic pit maculopathy.
    • Macular schisis and visual acuity remained stable at the 1-year follow-up.
    • This case highlights the occurrence of maculopathy from multiple optic pits in a single optic nerve.

    Implications:

    • This case expands the understanding of optic pit maculopathy presentations.
    • It underscores the importance of thorough examination of the optic nerve head, even in young patients.
    • Further research may explore the long-term visual prognosis associated with multiple optic pits.