Retinitis Pigmentosa
📅 Published on: July 19, 2024 | 🔄 Updated on: July 19, 2024
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📅 Published on: July 19, 2024 | 🔄 Updated on: July 19, 2024
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| Diagnosis | Sex | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Retinitis Pigmentosa | Female | 22 |
| Nationality | Admission date | Discharge date |
| Indian | March 21, 2024 | March 23, 2024 |
Diminution in visual acuity
22 years old female patient, with a history of progressive diminution of vision for the past 10 years. Started in both eyes simultaneously. She is able to perceive only light in both eyes for the past 3 years. She has consulted multiple ophthalmic surgeons for the same. Medical management / conservative treatment Is going on. The patient, her father, and her brother wish to undergo stem cell therapy for her problem.
Positive ( Maternal side )
Stem cell therapy
Stem cells were infused through Retrobulbar, Intravenous, and Intramuscular routes.
The patient was clinically examined and thoroughly investigated and informed written consent taken. She 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 consult & amp; Psychologist Consultation were during the course of stay in the hospital. Post-procedure was uneventful (no headache or vomiting). At the time of discharge, she is clinically stable.