Sam Khandhadia and Richard Newsom discuss common red fundus lesions, how to identify them and the most appropriate clinical management. Module C8569, two general CET points suitable for optometrists and dispensing opticians
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This article examines the classic red-coloured fundus lesions in order of their location, starting in the vitreous, working backwards to the choroid, and ending with the optic disc. Pointers will be given on how to identify each lesion type. The pathogenesis, likely causes (common and rare), and suggested management for each lesion type will also be discussed. This article was written with information referenced from several ophthalmology textbooks, and readers are encouraged to refer to these for further information.1-5
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