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Butterfly-like pattern dystrophy and unilateral choroidal neovascularization
A O Saatci1, Z O Yasti, S Köse
1Department of Ophthalmology, Dokuz Eylül University, Izmir, Turkey.
Acta Ophthalmologica Scandinavica
|January 9, 1999
Summary
This study reports a rare case of subretinal neovascular membrane in a patient with butterfly-like pattern dystrophy. This finding highlights a potential complication of this rare retinal condition.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Genetics
Background:
- Butterfly-like pattern dystrophy is a rare inherited retinal disorder.
- Subretinal neovascular membrane (SRNM) formation is a known complication in various macular diseases.
Observation:
- A 62-year-old woman presented with unilateral SRNM and bilateral butterfly-like macular changes.
- Electro-oculogram (EOG) results were subnormal in both eyes.
- Her daughter exhibited similar hypopigmented macular changes and subnormal EOG.
Findings:
- The case demonstrates a rare association between butterfly-like pattern dystrophy and SRNM.
- The findings suggest a possible genetic link or shared pathophysiology.
Implications:
- This case expands the known clinical spectrum of butterfly-like pattern dystrophy.
- Further research is warranted to understand the pathogenesis and genetic basis of this association.