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Ultrasound biomicroscopy in Sturge-Weber-associated glaucoma
C F Kranemann1, C J Pavlin, G E Trope
1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Purpose:
To evaluate Sturge-Weber-associated glaucoma using ultrasound biomicroscopy.
Method:
Case report. Clinical examination combined with ultrasound biomicroscopy was performed in a patient with Sturge-Weber-associated glaucoma.
Results:
In the patient's left eye, which had Sturge-Weber-associated glaucoma, a 360-degree supraciliary effusion, dilated superficial and intrascleral vessels, and an open angle were detected by ultrasound biomicroscopy.
Conclusion:
The presence of dilated intrascleral vessels and supraciliary fluid support the hypothesis of increased episcleral venous pressure as the cause of elevated intraocular pressure in this syndrome.