The Efficacy of Hyperemesis Gravidarum on Macular Thickness, Corneal Thickness and Intraocular Pressure in Pregnancy

A total of 110 people, 55 of whom were diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum and 55 of whom were in the control group, were included in the study. The inclusion criteria for the study were as follows: First trimester (8-14 weeks of gestation) pregnancy with positive fetal heartbeat and no history of systemic disease; no continuous use of medication; diagnosis of hyperemesis gravidarum (ketonuria and weight \> 3 kg or 5% of the body) and the occurrence of less than three vomiting attacks per day with loss of weight; body mass index (BMI) within normal limits; being between the ages of 18 and 40; not drinking alcohol or smoking. A total of 94 patients, 40 of whom were diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum and 54 healthy pregnant women, were divided into two groups by recording their age, BMI, laboratory and eye findings.