Transient cortical blindness post angiography--a case report.

Abstract

A 56-year old female reported having had a fall two weeks prior to presentation. Computed Tomography (CT) scan showed an acute right-sided convexity subdural haematoma. A computed tomography angiogram revealed no vascular anomaly. One hour post procedure she had bilateral cortical blindness. Her vision subsequently was fully restored. A diagnosis of transient cortical blindness was made. Transient cortical blindness is a rare but recognized complication ofintra-arterial injection of iodinated contrast agents.

• Authors: T R Clarke, P Johnson, D Webster, D T Gilbert, E N Barton
• Journal: The West Indian medical journal (West Indian Med J) Vol. 60 Issue 3 Pg. 357-9 (Jun 2011) ISSN: 0043-3144 [Print] Jamaica
• PMID: 22224355 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Contrast Media
• Iohexol
• iopromide

Topics

• Angiography (adverse effects)
• Blindness, Cortical (chemically induced)
• Contrast Media (administration & dosage, adverse effects)
• Female
• Humans
• Injections, Intra-Arterial
• Iohexol (administration & dosage, adverse effects, analogs & derivatives)
• Middle Aged