Bilateral retinal haemorrhages as primary ocular manifestation of chronic myeloid leukaemia - A case report

Abstract

Chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) in a patient with pre-existing uncontrolled diabetes and hypertension is rarely encountered but must be detected early for appropriate management with systemic chemotherapy. Significant fundus finding mimic diabetic and hypertensive retinopathy, which makes the diagnosis of CML challenging. Early recognition and treatment of the underlying condition can prevent further vision loss and overall morbidity and mortality. Here, we report a case of bilateral retinal haemorrhages as one of the manifestations of CML.

Keywords

• chronic myeloid leukaemia
• pars plana vitrectomy
• preretinal haemorrhage
• white centred haemorrhages