Age-Related Macular Degeneration
📅 Published on: July 18, 2024 | 🔄 Updated on: July 18, 2024
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Summary
| Diagnosis | Sex | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Age-Related Macular Degeneration | Male | 69 |
| Nationality | Admission date | Discharge date |
| Switzerland | March 28, 2024 | March 29, 2024 |
Detailed Information
CHIEF COMPLAINT:
Diminution in visual acuity
PRESENTING ILLNESS:
A 69-year-old male patient, with a history of progressive diminution of vision for the past 4 years. Started in both eyes simultaneously. He is able to see very close to both eyes for past 2 years. He has consulted multiple ophthalmic surgeons for the same. Medical management / conservative treatment is going on in Switzerland. The patient, his friends, and their daughters wish to undergo stem cell therapy for his problem.
PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:
known diabetic for 10 years. on medications.
FAMILY HISTORY:
Positive on the paternal side.
PLAN OF ACTION:
Stem cell therapy
OPERATION UNDER TAKEN / PROCEDURE:
Stem cells were infused through Retrobulbar, Intravenous, and Intramuscular routes.
IN THE COURSE OF HOSPITAL AND COMPLICATION IF ANY:
The patient was clinically examined and thoroughly investigated and informed written consent taken. He was taken to OT for a stem cell procedure. The patient was given I/v fluid and other supportive medication during the hospital stay. Dietary Consultation, Occupational Therapy & amp; Psychologist Consultation were during the course of stay in the hospital. Post-procedure was uneventful (no headache, vomiting, or ocular pain ). At the time of discharge, he is clinically stable.
