A rare case of Gyrate atrophy

Muhammad Waseem
Saquib Naeem
M Saleem Bajwa
Issue Details
Journal ID 1
Volume 1
Number 2
Year 2011
Issue Date 2011-12-02 00:00:00
DOI
Copyright Holder Muhammad Waseem, Saquib Naeem, M Saleem Bajwa
Copyright Year 2011
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Abstract:
Gyrate atrophy is rarely seen in ophthalmological practice. We diagnosed one such case in our set-up. A middle-aged male presented with decreased vision FUndus showed patches of well-demarcated. scalloped atrophy of the pigment epithelium and choriocapillaris Fundus fluorescein angiography revoked sharp contrast between normal and abnormal tissue which was a typical characteristic of changes of Gyrate atrophy. Treatment includes pyridoxine (vitamin B6) and a special diet. Prognosis usually remains poor and is a cause of disability. This case was being reported for general awareness. 

Published: 2011-12-02

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