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Choroidal hemangioma: Response to cryotherapy.

W T Humphrey

    Annals of Ophthalmology
    |January 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Choroidal hemangiomas can cause vision loss due to retinal detachment. Transscleral cryopexy effectively treats these tumors, reattaching the macula and restoring sight.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Oncology
    • Vascular Biology

    Background:

    • Choroidal hemangioma is a benign vascular tumor.
    • It can lead to secondary retinal detachment, particularly involving the macula.
    • Macular involvement causes significant central vision reduction.

    Observation:

    • Diagnostic tools include fluorescein angiography and radioactive phosphorus tests.
    • Transscleral cryopexy, using a freeze-thaw-refreeze technique, is a treatment modality.
    • This method causes complete destruction and scarring of the tumor.

    Findings:

    • Successful cryopexy treatment leads to the resolution of subretinal fluid.
    • Macular reattachment is achieved post-treatment.
    • Restoration of central vision is a common outcome.

    Implications:

    • Transscleral cryopexy offers an effective treatment for choroidal hemangioma.
    • It preserves and restores visual function in affected patients.
    • This approach highlights the importance of timely diagnosis and intervention for ocular vascular tumors.

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