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[Ocular complications in leukemias and malignant lymphomas in children]

Agnieszka Moll1, Anna Niwald, Mirosława Gratek

  • 1Kliniki Okulistyki Dzieciecej Szpitala Klinicznego Instytutu Pediatrii Uniwersytetu Medycznego w Lodzi.

Klinika Oczna
|March 25, 2005
PubMed

Insights

Ocular abnormalities are common in children with leukemia or lymphoma, affecting over half of those studied. Regular eye exams are crucial for early detection and management of these ophthalmic complications.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Hematology

Context:

  • Leukemia and lymphoma are significant childhood cancers.
  • Ocular complications can impact patient well-being and treatment outcomes.
  • Early identification of ophthalmic issues is vital in pediatric cancer care.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence and types of ocular abnormalities in children diagnosed with leukemia or lymphoma.
  • To highlight the frequency of specific ocular findings in this pediatric population.

Summary:

  • A study of 39 children (0.5-17 years) with leukemia or lymphoma found ocular abnormalities in 54% (21 children).
  • Conjunctival findings were most common (33.4%), followed by posterior segment issues (15.4%) without vision loss.
  • Dry eye syndrome and proptosis were also observed.

Impact:

  • Underscores the need for systematic ophthalmological examinations in children undergoing treatment for leukemia or lymphoma.
  • Ophthalmic complications may arise from the underlying disease, treatment protocols, or disease relapse.
  • Highlights the importance of ophthalmology in comprehensive pediatric cancer care.
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