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Iris cysts
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This photo of an 8-year-old Caucasian boy who presented for a vision exam prior to the start of school was chosen as the winner of this month’s “Ocular Photography Challenge.” Cory Steed, OD, of Las Vegas, said he discovered three iris cysts on the posterior nasal iris during a dilated exam. No bulging of the iris or other anomalies were noted. All other ocular and systemic findings were normal.
Dr. Steed said ultrasound confirmed the lesions were cystic in nature. “Not much is known of iris cysts but, given the presentation, I believe these represent primary cysts and likely will never need intervention,” Dr. Steed said.
Dr. Steed plans to follow the patient regularly for changes.
The image was taken with a Sony lipstick camera through Haag-Streit BC900 optics.
As this month’s winner, Dr. Steed will receive camouflage binoculars, provided by Kowa.
Submissions for the contest can be emailed to nhemphill@slackinc.com. They are judged anonymously by a panel of Primary Care Optometry News Editorial Board members.
Please provide a photo of at least 300 dpi, a 100-word description of the case including what imaging system was used and the name of your home town. Photos may not have been previously published. You will be asked to grant permission to SLACK Inc. to publish your photo.
Contestants are permitted to win once a year. Kowa provides the prizes, including one annual grand prize awarded to the winner chosen from among each round’s winners. Delivery of prizes may take up to 120 days.