Diagnosed a Patient with Central Serous Chorioretinopathy? Now What?: Management of Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

Curr Ophthalmol Rep. 2017 Jun;5(2):141-148. doi: 10.1007/s40135-017-0133-4. Epub 2017 May 8.

Abstract

Purpose of review what is the goal of your paper? what questions did you seek to answer?: The goal of this paper is to provide a comprehensive review of the management options for central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR).

Recent findings summarize the latest research on your topic: The majority of cases of acute CSCR may be managed with observation and cessation of corticosteroids, if possible, as well as life-style modifications including stress reduction and control of hypertension. The management of chronic disease is more challenging and may include either medication or laser-based treatment.

Summary what answers did you find? what are the major takeaways/conclusions of your examination? what’s the impact on future research?: Management of CSCR necessitates an individualized and selective treatment approach. There is overall poor evidence for the use of systemic and intravitreal medications. From this class of treatments, mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists appear to have the greatest potential. Although conventional thermal photocoagulation may be used in select cases, the most promising treatment options at this time for chronic CSCR are photodynamic therapy, either half-dose or half-fluence, and non-damaging (subthreshold) retinal laser therapy.

Keywords: central serous chorioretinopathy; central serous retinopathy; cscr; csr; micropulse; photodynamic therapy; spironolactone; subthreshold laser.