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Choroidal rupture

J O'Connor1

  • 1Veterans Administration Medical Center, Amarillo, Texas.

Optometry Clinics : the Official Publication of the Prentice Society
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary
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Ocular trauma can cause choroidal ruptures, potentially leading to choroidal neovascular membranes (CNVM). Laser photocoagulation can treat this vision-threatening complication.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Trauma Research

Background:

  • Choroidal rupture is an injury to the eye's vascular layer, often caused by blunt force trauma.
  • Ruptures are classified as direct (at impact site) or indirect (posterior pole), with indirect being more common.
  • The primary concern following choroidal rupture is the development of choroidal neovascularization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the classification, pathogenesis, and sequelae of choroidal rupture.
  • To discuss the diagnosis and management of choroidal neovascular membranes (CNVM) secondary to trauma.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of choroidal rupture and CNVM.
  • Discussion of diagnostic tools like fluorescein angiography.
  • Overview of treatment modalities, including laser photocoagulation.

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Main Results:

  • Choroidal ruptures can be direct or indirect, with indirect ruptures occurring more frequently in the posterior pole.
  • Choroidal neovascular membrane (CNVM) is the most significant complication.
  • CNVM can manifest as early-onset (within 6 months) or late-onset (years later).

Conclusions:

  • Close monitoring and diagnostic imaging are crucial for patients with macular proximity ruptures.
  • Laser photocoagulation is an effective treatment to halt the progression of CNVM.
  • Understanding rupture types and CNVM timing aids in patient management and prognosis.