Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR), sometimes called central serous retinopathy or choroidopathy, is a condition in which fluid builds up under the retina, almost like a blister. This causes a serous detachment of the neurosensory retina, which results in sudden blur and distortion of central vision, usually in one eye only.
Retinal photo of a patient with CSCR (see the bubble in the center?) |
CSCR is more common in males, usually between the ages of 20 and 50. The exact cause is unknown, but stress and steroid use are risk factors (1).
How is it diagnosed?
The patient's symptoms and the clinical appearance on dilated examination is usually sufficient to make a diagnosis of CSCR. A couple of additional tests may be used to confirm the diagnosis and monitor resolution:
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)- A scanning laser creates a cross-sectional image of the layers of the retina and allows eye doctors to measure the thickness of the retina. Below is the macula OCT of the same patient whose retina is in the photo above.
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- Fluorescein angiography (FA)- Fluorescein dye is injected into a vein in the arm, and photos of the retina are taken as the dye travels through to the vessels of the retina, highlighting areas of leakage.
What is the treatment?
CliffsNotes: Central serous chorioretinopathy is a blister-like fluid accumulation under the retina. It blurs and distorts central vision, but usually resolves on its own in a few months.
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