Klin Monbl Augenheilkd 2022; 239(09): 1143-1146
DOI: 10.1055/a-1495-5850
Kasuistik

Opticopathy Caused by Endoprosthesis-Related Cobalt Intoxication

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Jan-Philipp Bodenbender
Universitäts-Augenklinik, Philipps-Universität Marburg, Deutschland
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Florian Schubert
Universitäts-Augenklinik, Philipps-Universität Marburg, Deutschland
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Christoph Paul
Universitäts-Augenklinik, Philipps-Universität Marburg, Deutschland
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Abstract

Cobalt intoxication is a rare cause of toxic opticopathy, and may be caused by metal endoprostheses. Since its clinical appearance is unspecific and the incidence low, diagnosis is challenging. Due to the dramatic consequences of delayed treatment, cobalt intoxication should be considered as a rare differential diagnosis of bilateral loss of vision in patients with appropriate history.



Publication History

Received: 23 January 2021

Accepted: 26 April 2021

Article published online:
09 July 2021

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