Sturge-Weber Syndrome Associated with Bilateral Angle-closure Glaucoma in a Young Adult

Authors

  • Dr PARAALI SHAH Glaucoma Services Sankara Eye Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Dr Mithun Thulasidas Glaucoma Services Sankara Eye Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - 641 035, India
  • Dr AJITA SASIDHARAN Glaucoma Services Sankara Eye Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59793/ijcp.v34i7.740

Keywords:

Sturge-Weber syndrome,, , Roach’s type II variant,, glaucoma,, , angle-closure glaucoma,, young adult,, laser peripheral iridotomy

Abstract

Sturge-Weber syndrome (SWS) is a phakomatosis involving the eyelids, conjunctiva, choroid and retina. The mechanism of
glaucoma in SWS involves developmental anomaly of the anterior chamber angle and elevated episcleral venous pressure.
Here, we present a case of Roach’s type II SWS with bilateral angle-closure glaucoma (ACG) in a young adult, which to the
best of our knowledge, is the first-of-its-kind report in the literature. Though unusual, ACG may occur in young adults too.
However, the underlying causes that make them develop the ACG are poorly understood. We also highlight the importance
of comprehensive clinical examination and appropriate investigations for early detection and proper treatment of such young
patients with ACG.

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Published

2023-12-19

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Case Report

How to Cite

Sturge-Weber Syndrome Associated with Bilateral Angle-closure Glaucoma in a Young Adult. (2023). Indian Journal Of Clinical Practice, 34(7), 30-32. https://doi.org/10.59793/ijcp.v34i7.740

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