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Chikungunya and the eye: a review.
Padmamalini Mahendradas1, Kavitha Avadhani, Rohit Shetty
1Narayana Nethralaya Post Graduate Institute of Ophthalmology, 121/C, Chord Road, Rajaji Nagar 1st 'R' Block, Bangalore, 560010, India. m.padmamalini@gmail.com.
Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection
|March 22, 2013
Summary
Chikungunya virus infection causes systemic illness with increasing ocular complications. This review covers chikungunya fever
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Ophthalmology
- Public Health
Background:
- Chikungunya is a viral illness causing significant health concerns.
- Ocular manifestations are increasingly reported.
- No specific treatments or vaccines currently exist.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current knowledge on chikungunya.
- To emphasize ocular findings and pathogenesis.
- To discuss prevention and treatment strategies.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of chikungunya.
- Focus on systemic and ocular manifestations.
- Analysis of pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management.
Main Results:
- Chikungunya presents with systemic symptoms and evolving ocular issues.
- Pathogenesis is complex, impacting various body systems.
- Current management is supportive.
Conclusions:
- Chikungunya poses a growing threat due to its systemic and ocular effects.
- Further research into pathogenesis and treatment is crucial.
- Prevention strategies remain vital.
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