Canthaxanthine retinopathy.

Background: A 42-year-old white female complaining of decreased vision was examined and small golden particles were found in the macular regions of both eyes. It was ascertained that the patient had been using an oral bronzing agent, canthaxanthine (Orobronze), for the previous 10 years.

Methods: The method of deposition of these crystalline particles and their possible sequela are presented.