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Case Report: Multimodal imaging of a macular vortex vein in a highly myopic eye

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  • Zhilin Zhang

  • Shuang Wang

  • Xingyu He

  • Keke Huang

  • Ting Luo

  • June 19, 2026

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Clinical Report: Multimodal Imaging Insights into a Macular Vortex Vein

Overview

This case study presents a 51-year-old female with a macular vortex vein in a highly myopic eye, evaluated through multimodal imaging techniques.

Background

Macular vortex veins are rare anatomical variants associated with highly myopic eyes. Their pathogenesis is debated, with potential congenital and acquired origins. Understanding these anomalies is crucial, especially given their association with posterior staphyloma. Multimodal imaging techniques, such as SS-OCTA, provide enhanced visualization of these vascular structures.

Data Highlights

Case presentation of a 51-year-old myopic female with a macular vortex vein, evaluated using multimodal imaging techniques.

Key Findings

  • Macular vortex veins can occur in highly myopic eyes.
  • The patient exhibited normal visual acuity despite the presence of the vortex vein.
  • Multimodal imaging, particularly SS-OCTA, effectively visualized the vascular variant.

Clinical Implications

Clinicians should be aware of the presence of macular vortex veins in highly myopic patients.

Conclusion

The case highlights the use of multimodal imaging in identifying macular vortex veins in highly myopic eyes.

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