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[Optic disc nodules with haemorrhage (author's transl)]
Journal Francais D'Ophtalmologie
|January 1, 1980
Summary
Optic disc drusen, a condition causing vision problems, appeared in a boy's left eye with hemorrhages. Six years later, his right eye developed similar symptoms, indicating potential progression of this rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Neuro-ophthalmology
Background:
- Optic disc drusen are abnormal hyaline-like bodies within the optic nerve head.
- They can lead to various visual disturbances and are often asymptomatic.
Observation:
- A 13-year-old male presented with optic disc drusen and associated hemorrhages in his left eye.
- Initially, his right eye was unaffected.
Findings:
- The patient later developed similar optic disc drusen with hemorrhages in the previously unaffected right eye.
- This progression occurred over a six-year period.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for bilateral and progressive involvement in optic disc drusen.
- Further research is needed to understand the natural history and risk factors for progression.