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Sickle cell trait and transient monocular blindness

P F Finelli

    American Journal of Ophthalmology
    |June 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Transient monocular blindness, or temporary vision loss, occurred in a man with sickle cell trait. No other cause was identified for these vision episodes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Hematology
    • Vascular Neurology

    Background:

    • Transient monocular blindness (TMB) is a temporary loss of vision in one eye.
    • Sickle cell trait (SCT) is a genetic condition affecting red blood cells.

    Observation:

    • A 42-year-old Black male experienced five episodes of TMB over six months.
    • The patient was diagnosed with sickle cell trait.

    Findings:

    • No underlying cause for the TMB was identified apart from the presence of sickle cell trait.
    • This case highlights a potential, though unproven, association between SCT and TMB.

    Implications:

    • Further research is warranted to explore the link between sickle cell trait and transient monocular blindness.

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  • Ophthalmologists and neurologists should consider SCT in the differential diagnosis of TMB, especially in at-risk populations.