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Orbital compression syndrome in sickle cell disease
E L Curran1, J C Fleming, K Rice
1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Tennessee, Memphis, USA.
Ophthalmology
|October 23, 1997
Summary
Orbital complications, though rare in sickle cell disease, can cause severe symptoms like vision loss. Prompt diagnosis and management, including potential surgery for hematomas, are crucial for recovery.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Hematology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Orbital complications are infrequently documented in sickle cell disease (SCD).
- Vaso-occlusive events in SCD can affect the orbital region.