NYMC Faculty Publications
Leukemic Retinopathy: A Diagnostic Clue for Initial Detection and Prognosis of Leukemia
Author Type(s)
Resident/Fellow, Faculty
DOI
10.7759/cureus.50587
Journal Title
Cureus
First Page
e50587
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-1-2023
Department
Ophthalmology
Abstract
Leukemia is a systemic malignancy that can compromise various physiological functions, including vision. We report a case of a 37-year-old male presenting with worsening bilateral central vision loss, fatigue, shortness of breath, and ankle edema. Ophthalmic examination revealed extensive retinal hemorrhages, Roth spots, and subhyaloid hemorrhages, consistent with leukemic retinopathy. Further hematologic workup confirmed chronic eosinophilic leukemia. The patient showed systemic and visual improvement after prompt treatment with imatinib. This case highlights the importance of ophthalmological assessment in diagnosing leukemia, as ocular manifestations may often be the first sign of hematological disease.
Recommended Citation
Beketova, T., Mordechaev, E., Murillo, B., & Schlesinger, M. D. (2023). Leukemic Retinopathy: A Diagnostic Clue for Initial Detection and Prognosis of Leukemia. Cureus, 15 (12), e50587. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.50587