Retinal angioma associated with von Hippel-Lindau disease.
Von Hippel-Lindau disease is a multi-system disorder that can produce hamartomas (benign tumour-like nodules) of the eyes, skin and nervous system. Retinal capillary angioma is a common ocular association of this congenital phakomatosis that may result in blinding sequelae, if not managed appropriately. We present a case of retinal angioma associated with von Hippel-Lindau disease and discuss the ocular and systemic signs, diagnosis and management. The optometrist is of particular importance in screening for this disorder, as it is often first detected in a routine eye examination.
Sanfilippo
Paul
P
Brisbane North Eye Centre, 708 Gympie Road, Chermside, Queensland 4032, Australia.
Troutbeck
Robyn
R
Vandeleur
Kevin
K
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D018324:Hemangioma, Capillary / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D019572:Retinal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D006623:von Hippel-Lindau Disease / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis