Acute manifestation of LHON and coincidental finding of a pituitary adenoma: a case report

Bull Soc Belge Ophtalmol. 2000:(277):35-42.

Abstract

A patient with Leber Hereditary Opticus Neuropathy (LHON) and a pituitary adenoma is presented. The different ophthalmological signs of LHON are described and illustrated. A definite diagnosis is made by detecting a mitochondrial mutation. A radiological examination revealed a pituitary adenoma. The pituitary adenoma may be a trigger factor in the penetrance of LHON.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adenoma / complications*
  • Adenoma / diagnosis
  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Optic Atrophies, Hereditary / complications*
  • Optic Atrophies, Hereditary / diagnosis*
  • Pituitary Neoplasms / complications*
  • Pituitary Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Vision Disorders / etiology
  • Visual Acuity