Central serous chorioretinopathy: Current update on pathophysiology and multimodal imaging

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Retinal Diseases
• Medical Imaging

Background:

• Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC) is the fourth most common nonsurgical retinopathy.
• It is characterized by serous retinal detachment, often affecting the macula.
• While often self-limiting, CSC can lead to persistent, recurrent, or bilateral visual loss.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the current understanding of CSC pathophysiology and risk factors.
• To elaborate on multimodal imaging features of CSC.
• To highlight advancements in diagnostic and management strategies.

Main Methods:

• Review of current literature on Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
• Discussion of multimodal imaging techniques including OCT, fundus autofluorescence, and angiography.
• Analysis of pathophysiology, risk factors, and imaging-based features.

Main Results:

• Multimodal imaging has significantly advanced the understanding of CSC.
• New imaging techniques offer detailed insights into CSC pathophysiology.
• Imaging aids in diagnosis and management of CSC patients.

Conclusions:

• Understanding CSC pathophysiology and risk factors is crucial.
• Multimodal imaging is essential for diagnosing and managing CSC.
• Advancements in imaging have revolutionized CSC care.