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Isolation and Quantification of Epstein-Barr Virus from the P3HR1 Cell Line
Published on: September 28, 2022
Frosted branch angiitis associated with Epstein-Barr virus systemic infection
Jorge Farrando1, Alex Fonollosa, Antonio Segura
1Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, Spain.
Purpose:
To describe the first case that the authors are aware of frosted branch angiitis associated with Epstein-Barr virus infection.
Methods:
Case report.
Results:
A 7-year-old boy presented with bilateral decreased visual acuity. Funduscopy showed a typical image of frosted branch angiitis. He was started on treatment with intravenous steroids and acyclovir. Serological testing was positive for anti-Epstein-Barr virus IgM antibodies. Anti-Epstein-Barr virus IgG antibodies tested positive later. During follow-up, the venous sheathing decreased. Three months later funduscopy showed no abnormalities.
Conclusion:
Epstein-Barr virus infection should be considered in patients presenting with the typical clinical manifestations of this syndrome.
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