Multimodal imaging in pediatric arterial macroaneurysm: A case report

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Pediatric Ophthalmology
• Vascular Imaging

Background:

• Retinal vascular abnormalities are uncommon in children.
• Early diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management.
• Congenital retinal arterial macroaneurysms require careful evaluation.

Observation:

• A 9-year-old female presented with an asymptomatic juxtafoveal saccular vascular enlargement.
• Indirect ophthalmoscopy detected the lesion during a routine examination.
• The patient underwent a comprehensive multimodal imaging assessment.

Findings:

• Multimodal imaging, including optical coherence tomography-angiography and fluorescein angiography, identified a congenital retinal arterial macroaneurysm.
• The lesion was characterized as a saccular vascular enlargement.
• The diagnosis was confirmed through advanced imaging techniques.

Implications:

• This case underscores the importance of multimodal imaging in diagnosing rare pediatric retinal vascular conditions.
• A thorough diagnostic approach is essential for pediatric patients with vascular abnormalities.
• Non-invasive imaging techniques aid in the deep study of retinal arterial macroaneurysms.