Ophthalmic Manifestations Heralding Renal Pathology: A Rare Case of Bilateral Optic Disc Edema with Exudative Maculopathy in IgA Nephropathy
This case highlights a rare primary presentation of IgAN manifesting initially with ocular findings secondary to malignant hypertension. Fundus examination served as a critical diagnostic clue, leading to early identification of renal disease. Prompt multidisciplinary management is essential to prevent irreversible visual loss and systemic complications.
Authors
- Deepaswi Bhavsar
- Nilesh Balaji Giri
- Kalibo Jakhalu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-3131-712X)
- Iqra Mushtaq (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3610-586X)
- Aishwarya M Angadi
- Medha Mandhyani
Institutions
- Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre (IN)
- Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Case Reports in Ophthalmology
- Published
- 2025-12-09
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000549675
- Primary Topic
- IgG4-Related and Inflammatory Diseases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00