Focal choroidal calcification

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Medical Imaging

Background:

• Choroidal nevi are benign melanocytic tumors in the choroid.
• Calcification within ocular tissues is uncommon, particularly in healthy individuals.

Observation:

• Two healthy men presented with clinically detected localized choroidal calcification.
• The lesions exhibited characteristics consistent with choroidal nevi.
• One patient also showed signs of overlying drusen.

Findings:

• Echography (A-scan and B-scan) identified a highly reflective, dense choroidal mass with ultrasound beam attenuation.
• Orbital radiography and CT scans corroborated the echographic findings of choroidal calcification.

Implications:

• This case series highlights the presence of choroidal calcification in choroidal nevi.
• Advanced imaging techniques are crucial for diagnosing and characterizing such findings.
• Further research may elucidate the pathogenesis and clinical significance of calcification in choroidal nevi.