The topic Chorioretinal Folds you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Choroidal Folds.

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• Choroidal Folds is defined as the presence of parallel grooves that involves the Bruch’s membrane. The Bruch’s membrane is part of the eye and is the innermost choroidal layer. The folds are visible on an examination by a healthcare provider, using a fundoscope (specialized medical instrument)
• The choroid is a portion of the uvea (part of the eye structure) that is predominantly made up of the blood vessels. The choroid provides nutrients to the retina keeping it healthy
• If the retina is also involved i.e., grooves are noted in both the Bruch’s membrane and the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE), then the condition is known as Chorioretinal Folds
• A variety of causes have been attributed to Choroidal Folds which include tumor of the eye, chronic swelling of the optic disc, surgery to the eye, and inflammation of the sclera (part of the eye structure). In some cases, the cause remains unknown (idiopathic)
• In many cases, no significant signs and symptoms due to Choroidal Folds may be observed. In some individuals, a sudden onset of signs and symptoms including vision defects may be seen
• A healthcare provider can use various physical (eye) exams, fundoscopic, and angiographic studies to diagnose Choroidal Folds. The treatment choice depends upon the underlying cause of the condition
• The prognosis for Choroidal Folds depends on the underlying condition and severity of the signs and symptoms. An early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can result in a good prognosis

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