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Cat scratch disease can cause severe eye inflammation, including bilateral panuveitis and retinal detachment. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for improving vision and managing Bartonella henselae infections.

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Ophthalmology
Infectious Diseases
Immunology

Background:

Cat scratch disease, caused by Bartonella henselae, is a common zoonotic infection.
Ocular manifestations of Bartonella henselae infection can be diverse and severe.

Observation:

A 45-year-old patient presented with bilateral panuveitis and serous retinal detachment.
Symptoms developed two weeks after experiencing influenza-like illness with lymphadenopathy.
A macular star pattern was observed, more prominent in the left eye.

Findings:

Serological tests confirmed high levels of IgG and IgM antibodies against Bartonella henselae.
Inflammatory markers were significantly elevated.
Treatment with sulfonamides and corticosteroids, followed by doxycycline, led to clinical improvement and enhanced visual acuity.

Implications:

Bartonella henselae should be considered in the differential diagnosis of panuveitis with serous retinal detachment.
Anterior uveitis may precede the development of posterior segment inflammation.
Prompt diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic therapy are essential for favorable visual outcomes in ocular Bartonellosis.