AI Article Synopsis
- Topiramate, commonly used for migraine treatment, can lead to eye-related issues like choroidal effusions and acute angle closure glaucoma.
- This report highlights a specific case that illustrates these adverse effects experienced by a patient.
- It emphasizes the importance of ultrasound biomicroscopy as a useful tool for diagnosing and managing these complications.
Article Abstract
Topiramate, a sulpha-based medication used in the treatment of migraine, has been documented as causing choroidal effusions, transient myopia and acute secondary angle closure glaucoma. We would like to report a case demonstrating these adverse effects and underscore the utility of ultrasound biomicroscopy in diagnosis and management.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4543431 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2012-006509 | DOI Listing |
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