Clinical case of Purtscher's retinopathy

Abstract

The article describes a clinical case of Purtscher’s retinopathy against the background of acute pancreatitis in a 33-year-old man. This disorder belongs to rather rare ocular fundus pathology and can develop against the background of an acute pancreatitis attack. The clinical case is interesting for modern ophthalmologists.

Material and methods. The article presents and describes common diagnostic methods: examination, visometry, tonometry, ophthalmoscopy, optical coherence tomography (OCT), fundus camera examination, laboratory biochemical blood tests, abdominal ultrasonography.

Results and discussion. In the course of treatment, the patient achieved a stable, relatively favorable result, which was expressed in an increase in visual acuity, reduction of retinal edema, and restoration of blood circulation in the parapapillary area.

Conclusions. Comprehensive examination using instrumental and laboratory methods and timely etiological treatment allow correct diagnosis and obtaining a relatively positive treatment outcome.