| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4005404 | American Journal of Ophthalmology | 2006 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
An association between PVD and menopause has not been documented previously. We suspect that high estrogen levels seen in premenopausal women may be protective against PVD and that hormonal changes associated with menopause may lead to changes in the vitreous, predisposing to PVD. Higher levels of intake of vitamin B6 were also associated with the development of PVD in premenopausal women possibly through an anti-estrogen effect. These findings should be investigated further with prospective studies.
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Authors
Jean Y. MD, Tracy Y.Y. MD, Hussein MD, MSc (Epid), Andrew H. FRCOphth, Romina C. MD, MSc (Epid), Jonathan D. MRCOphth, Sarah P. MRCOphth, David A.L. MD, FRCSC, MSc (Epid),