| Idiopathic polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy (IPCV) presenting with simultaneous choroidal neovascular membrane (CNM). | |
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PMID: 15252347 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Idiopathic polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy (IPCV), a rare retinal condition initially described in 1982, is characterized by retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) detachments associated with choroidal polypoidals. Although it is recognized as a unique entity, many consider it a peculiar representation of choroidal neovascular membrane (CNM), commonly associated with age-related macular degeneration (ARMD). We report a case of IPCV with simultaneous presentation of CNM. Dilated examination and fluorescein angiography (FA) revealed RPE detachments associated with choroidal polypoidals. FA also revealed a lacy hyperfluorescent vascular lesion. Ocular manifestations, differential diagnoses, and treatment options are discussed, with emphasis on similarities and differences between IPCV and CNM. It is imperative to consider IPCV in the differential diagnosis of RPE detachments, including those associated with CNM. Careful funduscopic evaluation, FA, and/or indocyanine green videoangiography analysis helps confirm the diagnosis. |
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Authors:
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Diana Shechtman; Julie A Tyler |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Case Reports; Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Optometry and vision science : official publication of the American Academy of Optometry Volume: 81 ISSN: 1040-5488 ISO Abbreviation: Optom Vis Sci Publication Date: 2004 Jul |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2004-07-14 Completed Date: 2004-08-09 Revised Date: 2004-11-17 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8904931 Medline TA: Optom Vis Sci Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 491-8 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry, 3200 South University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328, USA. dianashe@nova.edu |
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Adult Choroid / blood supply* Choroidal Neovascularization / diagnosis* Female Fluorescein Angiography Humans Membranes / pathology Peripheral Vascular Diseases / diagnosis* Pigment Epithelium of Eye / pathology* Retinal Detachment / diagnosis* Retinal Hemorrhage / diagnosis* Visual Acuity Visual Fields |
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