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Computed tomographic features in optic neuritis

C W Howard, R H Osher, R L Tomsak

American Journal of Ophthalmology

|May 1, 1980

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Computed tomography scans can show optic nerve swelling in both optic neuritis and optic nerve glioma. Clinical follow-up is crucial for accurate diagnosis of monocular visual loss.

Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Neuroradiology
Neurology

Background:

Monocular visual loss can be caused by various optic nerve pathologies.
Accurate differentiation between optic nerve glioma and optic neuritis is clinically significant.

Observation:

Computed tomography (CT) scans in two patients revealed diffuse enlargement and enhancement of the intraorbital optic nerve.
These imaging findings were initially suggestive of optic nerve glioma.

Findings:

The clinical course in both patients ultimately confirmed the diagnosis of optic neuritis.
CT findings of optic nerve enlargement and enhancement are not pathognomonic for glioma.

Implications:

This case highlights the importance of integrating imaging findings with clinical presentation for diagnosing optic nerve disorders.

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