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Acquired pit of optic disc

Last edited: 4/16/2026

Overview

Acquired pit of the optic disc, also referred to as optic pit syndrome, is characterized by an optic disc pit often associated with serous macular detachment and additional ocular anomalies such as large optic discs, parapapillary chorioretinal changes, and cilioretinal vessels 1.

Diagnosis

  • Fluorescein angiography: Late venous phase fluorescence indicates leakage from vessels in the pit floor, suggesting serous retinal detachment 1.
  • Ophthalmic examination: Look for optic disc pit, serous macular detachment, and associated anomalies like parapapillary changes and cilioretinal vessels 1.
  • Imaging: OCT can confirm the presence of subretinal fluid and structural changes 1.

    • Management

  • Observation: For uncomplicated optic pits without macular detachment, regular monitoring may be sufficient 1.
  • Medical management: No specific drug classes or doses are mentioned for treatment; however, management of complications like macular edema may involve anti-VEGF agents or corticosteroids if applicable 1.
  • Surgical intervention: Considered for recurrent or severe macular detachment, though specific techniques are not detailed in the abstract 1.

    • Special Populations

  • Pregnancy: No specific guidance provided in the abstract 1.
  • Pediatrics: No specific considerations mentioned 1.
  • Elderly: No unique management strategies noted for elderly patients 1.
  • Comorbidities: No specific comorbidities addressed in relation to optic pit syndrome 1.

    • Key Recommendations

  • Perform fluorescein angiography to differentiate between optic pits with and without serous macular detachment, aiding in diagnosis 1 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • Regular monitoring is recommended for uncomplicated optic pits without associated macular detachment 1 (Evidence: Expert opinion).
  • Consider medical or surgical interventions based on the severity and persistence of macular detachment, though specific protocols are not detailed 1 (Evidence: Weak).

    • References

    1 Giuffrè G. Optic pit syndrome. Documenta ophthalmologica. Advances in ophthalmology 1986. link

    Original source

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      Optic pit syndrome. — Giuffrè G Documenta ophthalmologica. Advances in ophthalmology (1986)
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