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Krukenberg's spindles.

J T Wilensky, K M Buerk, S M Podos

    American Journal of Ophthalmology
    |February 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Krukenberg's spindles in patients without glaucoma are not a significant warning sign. Long-term observation showed minimal risk of developing glaucomatous field defects in these individuals.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Krukenberg's spindles are a clinical sign observed in the eye.
    • Their prognostic significance in patients without existing visual field defects is not well-established.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the prognostic implication of Krukenberg's spindles in patients presenting without glaucomatous field defects.
    • To determine if these spindles are an ominous sign for future visual field loss.

    Main Methods:

    • A cohort of 43 patients with Krukenberg's spindles but no glaucomatous field defects was observed.
    • The average follow-up period was 5.8 years, with 22 patients followed for at least five years.

    Main Results:

    • The study population comprised more women than men (26 vs. 17).

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  • Women were older and had a higher incidence of positive glucose tolerance tests (25% vs. 0%).
  • Only two patients (both women) developed glaucomatous field defects during the observation period.

    • Conclusions:

    • The presence of Krukenberg's spindles in patients without visual field defects does not appear to be a significant predictor of future glaucoma.
    • These spindles may not be an ominous sign, suggesting a favorable prognosis in the absence of current visual field defects.