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Clinical management of a patient with polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy
Authors Peabody T
Received 3 May 2012
Accepted for publication 15 June 2012
Published 10 September 2012 Volume 2012:4 Pages 33—39
DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/OPTO.S32351
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Todd Peabody
Indiana University School of Optometry, Bloomington, IN, USA
Abstract: Polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy (PCV) is an often-misdiagnosed condition affecting the choroidal vasculature and retina of the posterior pole. The clinical identity of PCV was understood fully only recently, but shows unique demographics, clinical findings, and outcomes. Clinically, PCV can be confused with typical choroidal neovascularization and other diseases of the choroid, but generally shows a more favorable outcome. It is important to make the distinction between PCV and other diseases to ensure that patients are treated properly and not exposed to unnecessary procedures. This case report reviews the clinical findings and management of a patient with PCV as well as other studies, demographics of PCV, and current management options for patients with PCV.
Keywords: polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy, retinal pigment epithelium detachment, indocyanine green angiography
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