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From Hair Loss to Vision Loss: Minoxidil-Associated CRVO in a Young Female.

Lauren Pickel, Patrick Xiang Ji, Amr Abdelazim, Nirojini Sivachandran

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Article in Case reports in ophthalmology. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

Lauren PickelFaculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.
Patrick Xiang JiFaculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.
Amr AbdelazimLife Sciences, Faculty of Science, Master University, Hamilton, ON, Canada.
Nirojini SivachandranToronto Retina Institute, Toronto, ON, Canada.
University of Toronto · CAToronto Metropolitan University · CA

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO) is a common retinal vascular disorder that is most often seen in older adults and individuals with vascular risk factors. Case Presentation: We report a case of CRVO with cystoid macular edema (CME) in a young, otherwise healthy patient taking minoxidil for hair loss. The patient had no known vascular risk factors, and a comprehensive coagulability workup was negative. The CRVO with CME resolved without intervention upon cessation of minoxidil. Conclusion: Possible mechanisms for minoxidil-associated retinal vascular disorders are explored. Thorough medication histories and the consideration of possible adverse drug events in patients without traditional risk factors are recommended.

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Adverse effectCentral retinal vein occlusionMedicationMinoxidilRetinal vein occlusionRisk factorsRogaineYoung

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PMID38500541
PMCPMC10948167
OpenAlexW4392900951

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