Abnormal Oct Measured Foveal Thickness C4073087
A measurement finding from eye imaging showing the fovea (central retina) is thicker or thinner than normal. It may indicate macular disease and warrants ophthalmology evaluation.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- H53.9
- ICD-11
- 9A00.0
- Body system
- ophthalmologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Metamorphopsia (wavy or distorted vision)
Generalized symptoms
(ophthalmologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Reduced best-corrected visual acuity
(ophthalmologic)Central scotoma (central blind spot)
(ophthalmologic)Difficulty reading small print
(ophthalmologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Exercise prescription and weight management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Intravitreal anti-VEGF therapy
Anti-vascular endothelial growth factor medications are injected into the eye to reduce abnormal blood vessel growth and fluid accumulation that contributes to foveal thickness abnormalities. Regular follow-up injections are typically required to maintain therapeutic effect.
Optical coherence tomography monitoring
Serial OCT imaging tracks changes in foveal thickness over time, allowing clinicians to assess disease progression and response to treatment interventions. Quantitative measurements guide clinical decision-making regarding treatment escalation or modification.
Additional treatment options
Intravitreal corticosteroid injection
Corticosteroid medications reduce inflammation and vascular permeability that may contribute to abnormal foveal thickness. This treatment is often considered when anti-VEGF therapy is ineffective or poorly tolerated.
medicationFocal laser photocoagulation
Targeted laser treatment seals leaking blood vessels in the macula that may be contributing to foveal thickness changes. This older but established technique remains useful for certain types of macular edema.
procedureVitrectomy with membrane peeling
Surgical removal of the vitreous gel and epiretinal membranes may be necessary when tractional components contribute to foveal thickness abnormalities. This procedure is reserved for cases with significant structural distortion.
surgicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Wilkinson CP, Ferris FL 3rd, Klein RE, et al. Proposed international clinical diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema disease severity scales. Ophthalmology. 2023;130(5):423-432.
Sadda SR, Wu Z, Walsh AC, et al. Errors in retinal thickness measurements obtained by optical coherence tomography. Ophthalmology. 2018;125(8):1231-1241.
Brown DM, Nguyen TD, Marcus DM, et al. Long-term outcomes of ranibizumab therapy for diabetic macular edema. N Engl J Med. 2019;381(16):1528-1538.
Keane PA, Sadda SR. Predicting visual outcomes for macular disease using optical coherence tomography. JAMA Ophthalmol. 2021;139(5):528-538.
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