Cilioretinal Artery Occlusion and Central Retinal Vein Occlusion in a Young Girl with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Author Information
Author(s): Gao Yane, Xie Xiaofeng, Li Jiao, Mu Qingshuai, Wang Xingrong, Wang Shuya
Primary Institution: Affiliated Eye Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
Hypothesis
Can pulmonary arterial hypertension lead to combined cilioretinal artery occlusion and central retinal vein occlusion?
Conclusion
The case highlights the link between pulmonary arterial hypertension and severe ocular manifestations, showing that treatment can improve vision.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a history of ventricular septal defect and presented with sudden vision loss.
- Treatment with Bosentan and traditional Chinese medicine improved her vision to 20/20.
- Echocardiography confirmed severe pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Takeaway
A young girl lost her vision because of a rare eye problem linked to high blood pressure in her lungs, but after treatment, her vision got better.
Methodology
The case report details the clinical presentation, diagnostic imaging, and treatment of a single patient.
Limitations
The findings are based on a single case, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 13-year-old girl with a history of ventricular septal defect.
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