2020–2021 BCSC Basic and Clinical Science Course™
4 Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors
Part I: Ophthalmic Pathology
Chapter 10: Vitreous
Developmental Anomalies
Vitreous Cysts
Vitreous cysts generally occur in eyes with no other pathologic findings, but they have been noted in retinitis pigmentosa and uveitis, as well as in eyes with remnants of the hyaloid system. These cysts may be clear, or they may be pigmented owing to the presence of pigment epithelium. Histologic studies have suggested the presence of hyaloid remnants in vitreous cysts. The exact origin of the cysts is not known.
Excerpted from BCSC 2020-2021 series: Section 4 - Ophthalmic Pathology and Intraocular Tumors. For more information and to purchase the entire series, please visit https://www.aao.org/bcsc.