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A case of multifocal choroiditis secondary to Candida albicans infection in a leukemic child

Florence Santiagu, Linda Ong, W A Ariffin

    Ocular Immunology and Inflammation
    |April 27, 2013
    PubMed

    Insights

    A leukemic child developed multifocal choroiditis due to Candida albicans infection. Prompt management resolved the opportunistic infection, highlighting the risks in immunocompromised pediatric leukemia patients.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Pediatric Oncology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Acute leukemia significantly compromises the immune system in children.
    • Immunocompromised status increases susceptibility to opportunistic infections.

    Observation:

    • A pediatric case of acute leukemia presented with multifocal choroiditis.
    • The choroiditis was diagnosed as a secondary infection caused by Candida albicans.

    Findings:

    • Candida albicans was identified as the causative agent of multifocal choroiditis in a leukemic child.
    • Successful management led to the subsidence of the ocular infection.

    Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of monitoring for opportunistic infections in immunocompromised pediatric patients with leukemia.
    • Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial for managing ocular complications in this vulnerable population.

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