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Published on: May 26, 2023
Longitudinal Multimodal Imaging of Leptovitelliform Maculopathy
1Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and University Hospitals Eye Institute, Cleveland, OH, USA.
Abstract:
Purpose: To present longitudinal, multimodal imaging findings of leptovitelliform maculopathy, an underrecognized condition within the spectrum of adult vitelliform lesions. Methods: A single case was evaluated over 5 years. Results: A 70-year-old man presented with vitelliform lesions accompanied by subretinal drusenoid deposits/reticular pseudodrusen and a thin choroid (leptochoroid). Multimodal imaging demonstrated progressive collapse of the vitelliform lesions, followed by extensive and worsening outer retinal atrophy. Conclusions: Leptovitelliform maculopathy may demonstrate progressive collapse of vitelliform lesions, ultimately leading to significant outer retinal atrophy. Longitudinal multimodal imaging is valuable in characterizing this aggressive and underrecognized disease entity.

