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cystoid macular edema (CME)

Also see macular edema Etiology: - niacin Pathology: - edema of the posterior pole of the eye due to abnormal permeability of capillaries of the retina Clinical manifestations: - see macular edema Management: - usually resolves within two weeks after stopping niacin

General

macular edema; retinal edema

References

  1. Prescriber's Letter 16(1): 2009 Drug-Induced Ocular Effects Detail-Document#: 250124 (subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com