Semaglutide Associated with Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: A Case Report
This clinical case examines central retinal serous chorioretinopathy in a patient undergoing treatment with semaglutide. The subject of the case is a middle-aged male who developed this retinal condition following the administration of 14 mg of oral semaglutide. He reported a variety of vision-related disturbances that significantly impacted his daily activities. Fortunately, the visual impairments were completely resolved upon discontinuation of the medication. This case underscores the critical importance of vigilant ophthalmological monitoring for patients receiving semaglutide. It is imperative to monitor for any potential adverse effects on vision, thereby facilitating the prompt recognition and management of any changes or complications. By prioritizing regular eye examinations, healthcare providers can protect patients' visual health and promptly address any issues that may arise during their treatment.
Authors
- Lívia Peregrino Rodrigues (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-8291-9722)
- Juliano Flávio Rubatino Rodrigues (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7820-9811)
- Gerardo Maria de Araújo Filho (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7112-8456)
- Fernando Victor Martins Rubatino (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8113-5342)
- André Lucas Loureiro Rubatino (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5483-387X)
- Antonio Carmo Jr Rubatino
Institutions
- Faculdade de Medicina de São José do Rio Preto (BR)
- Centro Universitário de Belo Horizonte (BR)
- Unimed Medical Institute (CN)
- Universidade de Marília (BR)
- Grupo Santa Casa de Belo Horizonte (BR)
- Universidade Presidente Antônio Carlos (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Brazilian Journal of Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-06-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.52600/2763-583x.bjcr.2025.5.1.bjcr93
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Retinal Diseases and Treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.71