A rare case of Gyrate atrophy

Authors

  • Muhammad Waseem
  • Saquib Naeem
  • M Saleem Bajwa

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. 

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2011-12-02

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Waseem, M. ., Naeem, S. ., & Bajwa, M. S. . (2011). A rare case of Gyrate atrophy . Journal of Bahria University Medical and Dental College, 1(2), 68–70. Retrieved from https://jbumdc.bahria.edu.pk/index.php/ojs/article/view/23

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2011): Volume 1 Issue 2

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Case Report

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