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Optic coherence tomography of optic disk pit maculopathy
H Lincoff1, W Schiff, D Krivoy
1Department of Ophthalmology, New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center, NY 10021, USA.
American Journal of Ophthalmology
|August 1, 1996
Summary
Optic disc pit maculopathy involves a two-layer retinal separation connected to the optic pit. Intravitreal gas injection successfully reattached these layers, improving the condition.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Retinal Imaging
- Macular Diseases
Background:
- Optic disc pit maculopathy is a condition characterized by fluid accumulation and retinal detachment.
- Understanding the precise structural changes is crucial for effective treatment.
Observation:
- Optic coherence tomography (OCT) revealed a separation between inner and outer retinal layers connected to the optic disc pit.
- A fovea-centered outer retinal layer detachment was noted prior to treatment.
Findings:
- OCT imaging before intravitreal gas injection showed a distinct two-layer separation of the retina.
- Following pneumatic displacement of intraretinal and subretinal fluid, OCT confirmed apposition of these retinal layers to the retinal pigment epithelium.
Implications:
- This study defines the two-layer structure of optic disc pit maculopathy.
- Optic coherence tomography is effective in visualizing these structures and assessing treatment outcomes.
- Pneumatic displacement demonstrates a positive therapeutic effect in managing optic disc pit maculopathy.