An Unusual Cause of Serous Retinal Detachment

Introduction

A frequent cause of the presence of subretinal fluid (SRF) within the macular region in otherwise asymptomatic “healthy” individuals is central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) – with some notable exceptions. Here, we aim to report a rare case of presumed subretinal echinococcosis to raise awareness of this otherwise little-known differential diagnostic entity and to provide insight into the real-life challenges and limitations of available diagnostic procedures and therapeutic management.

Publication History

Received: 19 October 2023

Accepted: 08 February 2024

Article published online:
23 April 2024

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