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Induction of Ocular Surface Inflammation and Collection of Involved Tissues
Published on: August 4, 2022
[Ophthalmological involvement in rheumatic disease]
Viorica Madalina Cojocaru1, Coziana Ciurtin, Monica Pop
1Spitalul Clinic de Urgente Oftalmologice, Bucuresti.
Oftalmologia (Bucharest, Romania : 1990)
|August 25, 2006
Summary
Ocular manifestations are common in rheumatic diseases. Early referral to an ophthalmologist is crucial for diagnosing and managing eye conditions in rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic conditions.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Rheumatology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Rheumatic diseases frequently present with systemic symptoms.
- Ocular manifestations can significantly impact patient morbidity in rheumatic conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of ocular manifestations in patients with rheumatic diseases.
- To identify specific eye conditions associated with various rheumatic diagnoses.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective descriptive study of 375 rheumatic patients' medical records.
- Data extraction from "Dr. I. Cantacuzino" Clinical Hospital, Bucharest.
- Comparison of observed prevalence with existing literature.
Main Results:
- 45 cases of ocular manifestations were identified.
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, anterior uveitis, conjunctivitis, and retinal vasculitis were observed.
- Cataracts (steroid-related) and hydroxychloroquine maculopathy were noted complications.
Conclusions:
- Rheumatic patients require ophthalmological evaluation for timely diagnosis and treatment.
- Ocular involvement necessitates integrated care between rheumatologists and ophthalmologists.
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