Chang T S, Aylward W, Clarkson J G, Gass J D
Department of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami, USA.
Am J Ophthalmol. 1995 Jun;119(6):801-2. doi: 10.1016/s0002-9394(14)72791-6.
PURPOSE/METHODS: We studied a case of crystalline retinopathy occurring after prolonged use of oral canthaxanthin. The patient was followed up for 38 months during which time she sustained a branch retinal vein occlusion in her left eye.
RESULTS/CONCLUSIONS: An asymmetric appearance to the crystalline deposition was noted with increased sedimentation seen in the left eye. Vascular alterations after a branch retinal vein occlusion may lead to local stasis that may exacerbate the development of canthaxanthin retinopathy.
