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The pregnant woman's eye.

J S Sunness1

  • 1Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland.

Survey of Ophthalmology
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary
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Pregnancy can cause nonpathological eye changes and new or altered pathological eye conditions. This review details these ocular effects, including impacts on pre-existing conditions and medication safety for the fetus.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
  • Ocular Physiology

Background:

  • Pregnancy induces significant physiological changes that can impact ocular health.
  • Ocular conditions can manifest, worsen, or improve during gestation.
  • Understanding these effects is crucial for maternal and fetal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the multifaceted effects of pregnancy on ocular health.
  • To categorize pregnancy-related ocular changes into physiological and pathological.
  • To discuss the influence of pregnancy on pre-existing eye conditions and medication safety.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of ocular changes during pregnancy.
  • Categorization of findings into nonpathological physiological changes and pathological conditions.

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  • Analysis of pregnancy's impact on pre-existing ocular diseases and medication effects on the fetus.

    • Main Results:

    • Physiological changes include alterations in intraocular pressure, corneal properties, and visual function.
    • Pathological conditions such as central serous chorioretinopathy and hypertensive disorders may develop.
    • Pregnancy can modify pre-existing conditions like diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma, sometimes beneficially.

    Conclusions:

    • Pregnancy significantly affects ocular structures and functions, encompassing both normal physiological shifts and pathological developments.
    • Ophthalmologists must be aware of these changes to manage eye conditions effectively during pregnancy.
    • Careful consideration of ocular medication use is essential to ensure fetal safety.