Spironolactone for Secondary Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: A Challenge-Rechallenge Case

Case Rep Ophthalmol. 2017 Jul 13;8(2):370-374. doi: 10.1159/000477757. eCollection 2017 May-Aug.

Abstract

Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) is potentially sight-threatening and has been associated with corticosteroid use. CSCR secondary to steroid use can sometimes be challenging to treat, especially if continuing steroid use is medically necessary. In this case report we demonstrate the efficacy of spironolactone as an effective agent in countering CSCR secondary to steroid use. This challenge-rechallenge case may be helpful to clinicians in delineating a treatment paradigm for these patients.

Keywords: Central serous chorioretinopathy; Corticosteroids; Spironolactone.

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