Simultaneous Appearance of Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy and Central Retinal Artery Occlusion in Giant Cell Arteritis
https://doi.org/10.47836/mjmhs.18.6.46
- Author:
Say Ting Ooi
1
,
2
;
Nor Anita Che Omar
2
;
Azhany Yaakub
1
Author Information
1. Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 16150 Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia&
2. Ophthalmology Clinic, Hospital Sultanah Nur Zahirah, Jalan Sultan Mahmud, 20400 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
Central retinal artery occlusion, Arteritic anterior optic neuropathy, Giant cell arteritis
- From:Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences
2022;18(No.6):350-352
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is uncommon among Asian population. It is frequently associated with sight threatening
complications. Simultaneous bilateral ocular involvement with different pathology is uncommon. We would like to
highlight a rare case of GCA that was presented with transient visual loss over the right eye with simultaneous onset
of central retinal artery occlusion as well as arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy in both eyes. High dose intravenous methylprednisolone then subsequently maintenance dose of oral steroid and oral aspirin were given. His
visual acuity remained the same after treatment. Early diagnosis and treatment of GCA is crucial. Visual outcome can
be devastating if treatment is delayed.
- Full text:11.2022my1396.pdf
