ArticleSaudi journal of ophthalmology : official journal of the Saudi Ophthalmological Society
Characteristics and visual outcomes of idiopathic intracranial hypertension in males in the Saudi population.
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Abstract
purposeThis study aims to explore the characteristics and visual outcomes of idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) in males and to compare them with similarly affected females in Saudi Arabia.
methodsThe medical records of patients diagnosed with IIH in two university hospitals were reviewed. Clinical features, presence of risk factors, treatment modalities, and visual outcomes were recorded.
resultsA total of 57 patients are included in the study (males
conclusionThe study found that Saudi males with IIH often present at a young age with an increased body mass index, similar to females. Smoking and systemic hypertension were more commonly reported in males. While males reported fewer headaches, they experienced more visual disturbances and had lower RNFL and GCC thickness in their final follow-up, indicating a more aggressive disease course. These findings underscore the importance of a thorough evaluation for male IIH patients.
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