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Featured Article for May 31, 2020

Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy

Acute posterior multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathy (APMPPE) is an inflammatory chorioretinopathy which was first described by Gass in 1968. It is classified as a White Dot Syndrome. APMPPE is usually bilateral, affects women and men equally, has a tendency to occur between the 2nd to 4th decades, and can have associated systemic conditions. The most common complaint is blurred vision with central or paracentral scotomas. Cases are often self-limited and visual symptoms resolve by 4 to 8 weeks. There is no consensus on treatment, however steroids have been attempted to hasten visual recovery especially in cases with macular involvement.

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