‘Phantom Vision’ in an Elderly Patient: An Educational Case Report on Charles Bonnet Syndrome
Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) is a condition characterised by complex visual hallucinations in psychologically healthy individuals with significant visual impairment. This case report presents an elderly patient with bilateral age-related macular degeneration (AMD) who developed vivid visual hallucinations. The report discusses the presenting symptoms, investigations, differential diagnoses, pathophysiology, and management approaches for CBS. The aim is to raise awareness among clinicians to recognise and manage this frequently underreported condition effectively.
Authors
- Isa Mohamed Mohamud
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of the Foundations of Ophthalmology
- Published
- 2025-10-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.48089/jfo7688321
- Primary Topic
- Hallucinations in medical conditions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00