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Lightning maculopathy. A case report

J T Handa1, G J Jaffe

  • 1Duke Eye Center, Durham, North Carolina.

Retina (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary
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Lightning strike caused reversible maculopathy and cataract in a patient. Prompt diagnosis and cataract surgery led to full visual recovery, highlighting the importance of careful retinal examination.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Lightning strikes can lead to severe ocular complications.
  • A case report details a patient experiencing bilateral cataract and maculopathy post-lightning strike.

Observation:

  • Ophthalmoscopic examination, fluorescein angiography, and potential acuity meter were used for evaluation.
  • Initial maculopathy presented as retinal cysts with edema, later resembling full-thickness macular holes.

Findings:

  • The maculopathy lesions demonstrated resolution over time.
  • Following cataract extraction, the patient achieved 20/20 visual acuity in both eyes.

Implications:

  • Distinguishing lightning-induced maculopathy from macular holes is crucial for prognosis.

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  • Thorough preoperative retinal examination is essential for managing lightning-related eye injuries.