Central serous chorioretinopathy treatment with a systemic PDE5 and PDE6 inhibitor (sildenafil)

D. Jackson Coleman, Winston Lee, Suzanne Daly, Mark P. Breazzano, Janet Sparrow, Stephen H. Tsang

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Abstract

Purpose: Examine the use of systemic phosphodiesterase inhibition (sildenafil) to clear central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR). Observations: In a long-standing CSCR patient, sildenafil produced a rapid resolution. When discontinued (dechallenge) the CSCR returned. When rechallenged, the CSCR again rapidly disappeared and did not recur in 5 months of continued therapy. Conclusions: AND IMPORTANCE: Systemic sildenafil can cause rapid clearance of CSCR and can augment or replace other treatments.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number100998
JournalAmerican Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports
Volume21
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 2021
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Central serous chorioretinopathy
  • PDE5/6 inhibitor
  • Sildenafil

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Ophthalmology

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