Papilledema on Ocular POCUS
17 yo fem w/ HA and blurry vision x 1 month.  VS nl.  Neuro exam nl. 
Swollen optic disc (Papilledema).  Pseudotumor? Pocus so useful especially when can’t dilate eye and don’t feel confident with fundoscopic exam.
ONSD 7.1mm >> 5mm measured at 3mm behind retina
Neuro consult -> LP. Opening pressure 37!  Dx Pseudotumor Cerebri.  Ocular POCUS raised suspicion after revealing papilledema and dilated nerve sheath.  Pt dc’ed home on acetazolamide, neuro/Optho f/u.

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Dr. Gerald Diaz @GeraldMD · 3 years ago
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