Bilateral Serous Retinal Detachment Unusual Cause of Visual Loss in a Case of Preclampsia - Case Report

Dr. Pavithra, Dr. Lakshmi Narayanamma

Abstract: Aim: To Report a Case of Bilateral Serous Retinal Detachment due to Preeclampsia in the Government Maternity Hospital (Tertiary Health Care Center). Materials and Methods: A 25 year old house wife resident of pileru primi-parous women presented to the labour room at government maternity hospital, Tirupati with severe preeclampsia. Her blood pressure was found to be elevated in the range of (systolic 140-160mm of Hg) and diastolic (100 ? 120 mm of Hg). Results: Reattachment of the retina was found with minimal retinal pigment epithelial changes. The visual acuity improved significantly after she was discharged from hospital (Range 6/18 to 6/6) indicates the role of early diagnosis and management in preeclamptic patient to prevent visual morbidity.

Keywords: Severe Preeclampsia, Serous retinal detachment, visual acquity, epigastric pain