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Abstract #94644 Published in IGR 22-2

Ocular hypertension and optic neuropathies secondary to dysthyroid orbitopathy: Review of the literature

Bellot L; Graber M; Laurent C; Mouriaux F
Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie 2021; 44: 1256-1261


Dysthyroidism, especially Graves' disease, causes potentially severe orbital disease. This is frequently accompanied by ocular hypertension stemming from multiple pathophysiological mechanisms. Adaptations in the technique of intraocular pressure measurement must occur, using portable equipment if necessary. Glaucomatous optic neuropathy secondary to dysthyroid orbitopathy is rare, and screening for signs of compressive optic neuropathy is essential in the case of visual field loss. In cases of secondary glaucomatous optic neuropathy, treatment of the intraocular pressure is based mainly on systemic corticosteroid therapy and topical medications as necessary.

Service d'ophtalmologie, CHU Rennes, 2, rue Henri-Le-Guilloux, 35033 Rennes, Ille-et-Vilaine, France. Electronic address: lucas.bellot@chu-rennes.fr.

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9.4.15 Glaucoma in relation to systemic disease (Part of: 9 Clinical forms of glaucomas > 9.4 Glaucomas associated with other ocular and systemic disorders)



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