Abstract |
We present a patient who had Purtscher's retinopathy in both eyes after sustaining a chest contusion. After multiple sessions of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy were given, visual function and retinal appearance improved. This case suggests that HBO therapy may be a treatment option for Purtscher's retinopathy.
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Authors | Yu-Chi Lin, Chung-May Yang, Chia-Lee Lin |
Journal | Journal of the Chinese Medical Association : JCMA
(J Chin Med Assoc)
Vol. 69
Issue 9
Pg. 444-8
(Sep 2006)
ISSN: 1726-4901 [Print] Netherlands |
PMID | 17051757
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Humans
- Hyperbaric Oxygenation
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Retinal Diseases
(diagnosis, etiology, therapy)
- Thoracic Injuries
(complications)
- Vision Disorders
(etiology)
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