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Increased intraocular pressure secondary to retinal detachment
K G Sotelo-Monge1, M Muñoz Escudero1, M E Ayala Fuentes1
1Institut Català de Retina, Departamento de Glaucoma, Barcelona, Spain.
Archivos De La Sociedad Espanola De Oftalmologia
|November 12, 2022
Summary
Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) can present with elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), contrary to common assumptions. Prompt examination of the anterior chamber and fundus is crucial for diagnosing this association, known as Schwartz-Matsuo Syndrome.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Retinal Diseases
- Intraocular Pressure
Background:
- Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) is typically associated with low intraocular pressure (IOP).
- Elevated IOP in the presence of RRD is an uncommon presentation.
- The Schwartz-Matsuo Syndrome describes the association between RRD and elevated IOP.
Observation:
- Four male patients presented to the emergency service with symptoms including floaters.
- All patients exhibited mild to moderate anterior chamber inflammation.
- Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) exceeding 30 mmHg was noted in all cases.
Findings:
- All diagnosed patients had rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD).
- This case series challenges the traditional view of RRD always presenting with low IOP.
- The association of elevated IOP and RRD was observed.
Implications:
- Clinicians must consider RRD in patients presenting with high IOP and anterior chamber inflammation.
- Thorough examination of the anterior chamber and fundus is essential to avoid missed RRD diagnoses.
- Recognizing this association, termed Schwartz-Matsuo Syndrome, facilitates prompt and appropriate management.
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