angioid
Angioid streaks are irregular, gray-to-reddish-brown, band-like lesions that extend radially from the optic disc. They are typically bilateral and occur in the mid-peripheral and peripheral retina. These streaks represent breaks in Bruch's membrane, the innermost layer of the choroid, which is a critical support structure for the retinal pigment epithelium.
The presence of angioid streaks is often associated with several systemic conditions. The most common is pseudoxanthoma
While angioid streaks themselves are asymptomatic, they can lead to significant visual impairment due to complications.
Diagnosis of angioid streaks is typically made during a dilated fundus examination. Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
Management of angioid streaks focuses on monitoring for and treating complications, particularly choroidal neovascularization. Anti-vascular endothelial