Multiple Ocular Anomalies Associated With Maternal LSD Ingestion
Calvin Chun-Kit Chan, M. Fishman, P. R. Egbert
Archives of Ophthalmology February 1, 1978 DOI: 10.1001/archopht.1978.03910050150009 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Case study Case report Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 1 |
| Population | Premature baby girl |
| Topics | LSD |
| Keywords | Microphthalmos Pregnancy Ingestion Teratology Ophthalmology Gestation |
| Citations | 46 |
| Key findings | Severe ocular malformations occurred in a premature infant whose mother ingested LSD during the first trimester, representing the third reported case of possible LSD-related eye teratogenesis. |
Abstract
Severe ocular malformations, including microphthalmos, intraocular cartilage, cataract, persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous, and retinal dysplasia, occurred in a premature baby girl. The mother had ingested LSD during the first trimester of pregnancy. To our knowledge, this is the third case reported of ocular teratogenesis associated with maternal LSD ingestion. Further cases must be documented to establish an actual cause and effect relationship between the drug and the induced malformations.