[A rare case of cystoid maculopathy]. 2013

W Rahman, and M-H Errera, and C Egan
Moorfields Eye Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, 162, City Road, London, EC1V 2PD, Royaume-Uni. waheeda.rahman@moorfields.nhs.uk

We describe the case of a healthy 67-year-old Caucasian female who developed a rare, reversible case of cystoid maculopathy without late leak on fluorescein angiogram. She presented initially with a 5-year history of bilateral, variable central scotomata. The visual acuities were 6/6, while foveal reflexes were abnormal. Fluorescein angiogram showed no leakage; however, optical coherence tomography (OCT) revealed cystic spaces in the fovea of both eyes. The patient had been taking niacin supplements averaging 100mg daily for 30 years. Niacin was discontinued, and 7 months later, her symptoms and OCT results improved. Although niacin-induced maculopathy is uncommon, the clinician should enquire about possible niacin supplementation in any patient with cystoid macular edema in the absence of late leakage on fluorescein angiography. We describe a new reason for niacin maculopathy due to chronic low dose niacin supplementation and a slower pattern of visual recovery than that previously suggested in the literature.

UI MeSH Term Description Entries
D008269 Macular Edema Fluid accumulation in the outer layer of the MACULA LUTEA that results from intraocular or systemic insults. It may develop in a diffuse pattern where the macula appears thickened or it may acquire the characteristic petaloid appearance referred to as cystoid macular edema. Although macular edema may be associated with various underlying conditions, it is most commonly seen following intraocular surgery, venous occlusive disease, DIABETIC RETINOPATHY, and posterior segment inflammatory disease. (From Survey of Ophthalmology 2004; 49(5) 470-90) Central Retinal Edema, Cystoid,Cystoid Macular Edema,Macular Edema, Cystoid,Cystoid Macular Dystrophy,Cystoid Macular Edema, Postoperative,Irvine-Gass Syndrome,Macular Dystrophy, Dominant Cystoid,Edema, Cystoid Macular,Edema, Macular,Irvine Gass Syndrome,Syndrome, Irvine-Gass
D009525 Niacin A water-soluble vitamin of the B complex occurring in various animal and plant tissues. It is required by the body for the formation of coenzymes NAD and NADP. It has PELLAGRA-curative, vasodilating, and antilipemic properties. Nicotinic Acid,3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid,Enduracin,Induracin,Lithium Nicotinate,Niacin Aluminum Salt,Niacin Ammonium Salt,Niacin Calcium Salt,Niacin Cobalt (2+) Salt,Niacin Copper (2+) Salt,Niacin Hydrochloride,Niacin Iron (2+) Salt,Niacin Lithium Salt,Niacin Lithium Salt, Hemihydrate,Niacin Magnesium Salt,Niacin Manganese (2+) Salt,Niacin Potassium Salt,Niacin Sodium Salt,Niacin Tartrate,Niacin Tosylate,Niacin Zinc Salt,Nicamin,Nico-400,Nicobid,Nicocap,Nicolar,Nicotinate,Wampocap,3 Pyridinecarboxylic Acid,Aluminum Salt, Niacin,Hydrochloride, Niacin,Nico 400,Nico400,Nicotinate, Lithium,Potassium Salt, Niacin,Sodium Salt, Niacin,Tartrate, Niacin,Tosylate, Niacin
D005260 Female Females
D005451 Fluorescein Angiography Visualization of a vascular system after intravenous injection of a fluorescein solution. The images may be photographed or televised. It is used especially in studying the retinal and uveal vasculature. Fluorescence Angiography,Fundus Fluorescence Photography,Angiography, Fluorescein,Angiography, Fluorescence,Fluorescence Photography, Fundus,Photography, Fundus Fluorescence
D006801 Humans Members of the species Homo sapiens. Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000368 Aged A person 65 years of age or older. For a person older than 79 years, AGED, 80 AND OVER is available. Elderly
D019587 Dietary Supplements Products in capsule, tablet or liquid form that provide dietary ingredients, and that are intended to be taken by mouth to increase the intake of nutrients. Dietary supplements can include macronutrients, such as proteins, carbohydrates, and fats; and/or MICRONUTRIENTS, such as VITAMINS; MINERALS; and PHYTOCHEMICALS. Food Supplements,Neutraceuticals,Dietary Supplementations,Food Supplementations,Herbal Supplements,Nutraceuticals,Nutriceuticals,Dietary Supplement,Food Supplement,Herbal Supplement,Neutraceutical,Nutraceutical,Nutriceutical,Supplement, Food,Supplement, Herbal,Supplementations, Dietary,Supplements, Dietary,Supplements, Food,Supplements, Herbal

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