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  • Retinal Diseases
  • Myopia Research

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  • Pathologic myopia is a severe refractive error (> -6.00 D) characterized by degenerative retinal changes.
  • Axial elongation is the primary cause of pathologic myopia.
  • Risk factors include age, axial length, and high myopic spherical equivalent.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the definition, risk factors, clinical presentation, fundus findings, and complications of pathologic myopia.
  • To highlight the importance of imaging modalities in managing the condition.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on pathologic myopia.
  • Analysis of clinical presentation and diagnostic imaging findings.

Main Results:

  • Pathologic myopia presents with symptoms like scotomas and metamorphopsias.
  • Fundus findings include posterior staphyloma, tilted optic disc, and chorioretinal atrophy.
  • Advanced complications comprise lacquer cracks, Fuchs spots, and myopic traction maculopathy.

Conclusions:

  • Pathologic myopia requires careful monitoring due to potential severe complications.
  • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Fundus Angiography (FA), and OCT-Angiography (OCT-A) are essential for disease management.
  • Timely diagnosis and consistent monitoring are crucial for preserving vision.