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  • Title: Optic disc drusen and associated venous stasis retinopathy.
    Author: Austin JK.
    Journal: J Am Optom Assoc; 1995 Feb; 66(2):91-5. PubMed ID: 7714318.
    Abstract:
    METHODS: Optic disc drusen is not an uncommon diagnosis in clinical ophthalmic practice. Although associated complications are quite rare, they may be visually devastating. Complications include optic neuropathy and hemorrhagic retinopathy. A case report of extensive optic disc drusen with associated venous stasis retinopathy is presented. RESULTS: Long-term follow up showed increasing venous stasis retinopathy secondary to optic disc drusen. Cystoid macular edema formed that gradually decreased vision from 20/20 to 20/70. CONCLUSIONS: Although infrequent, complications of optic disc drusen can be visually devastating. There is no treatment for disc drusen, but some of the complications may be amenable to treatment.
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