Long-term sequelae of photic eye injury from a solar eclipse

We report the cases of two patients who experienced photic macular injury from their early childhood due to observing a solar eclipse without protection. The retinal lesions are mainly macular; these can be serious and irreversible. They are the consequence of photochemical, photomechanical and photothermal reactions. OCT is very useful for the diagnosis of these foveal lesions. The visual prognosis of solar retinopathy is generally favorable. However, some patients may develop permanent sequelae with a decrease in visual acuity. Management remains empirical and controversial. Thus, prevention and public education remain the only effective ways to avoid this type of trauma.PMID:37945429 | DOI:10.1016/j.jfo.2023.07.020
Source: Journal Francais d Ophtalmologie - Category: Opthalmology Authors: Source Type: research