| Literature DB >> 35510028 |
Ali Al-Smair1, Hammam Rababaa2, Ahmad Saadeh2, Ahmad Al-Ali3.
Abstract
Sturge-Weber syndrome (SWS) is a rare neurocutaneous syndrome. It is described by the presence of leptomeningeal angiomas, ocular involvement such as choroidal hemangioma and glaucoma, and port-wine stain over the face. Management of SWS-associated ocular complications is challenging and needs regular follow-ups. Herein, we present a case of a 28-year-old male patient who underwent glaucoma surgery but did not adhere to regular follow-ups and later presented with left-sided exophthalmos and eye pain. Management with medical treatment (latanoprost) was effective in the short term, but regular follow-ups are crucial to prevent further progression due to high failure rates.Entities:
Keywords: case report; choroidal hemangioma; glaucoma; sturge-weber syndrome; treatment failure
Year: 2022 PMID: 35510028 PMCID: PMC9060724 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.23699
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cureus ISSN: 2168-8184