Bilateral Peripheral Neovascularization in Hemoglobin C Trait Retinopathy
Abstract
Purpose: To describe a case of bilateral peripheral neovascularization (NV) secondary to hemoglobin C trait. Method: A single case was evaluated. Results: A 74-year-old Black woman presented asymptomatically with peripheral nonperfusion and NV on examination and angiography during an anemia evaluation, which led to a diagnosis of hemoglobin C trait. Conclusions: Hemoglobin C trait is a rare but known cause of NV. This case highlights the importance of hemoglobinopathy screening in cases of peripheral NV, as these findings may indicate systemic disease and require a multidisciplinary approach.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders
Erythropoietin and Anemia Treatment
Iron Metabolism and Disorders
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications
- Volume
- 10
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 333–336
- Publication date
- 21 January 2026
- Language
- EN