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[Retinitis pigmentosa mimicking uveitis. A case report]
E Szabó1, M Brichová, P Lišková
1Ocni Klinika, Lékarská Fakulta, Univerzita Karlova v Praze a Vsebecná Fakulmi Nemocnice v Praze, MUDr. Eva.Szabo@vfn.cz
Summary
A young patient initially diagnosed with uveitis was found to have retinitis pigmentosa (RP). Comprehensive eye exams revealed RP, highlighting the need to consider RP in uveitis differentials.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Diagnostics
Background:
- Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a group of inherited eye diseases causing progressive vision loss.
- RP can present with varied clinical manifestations, sometimes mimicking other ocular conditions like uveitis.
Observation:
- A 23-year-old patient presented with symptoms initially suggestive of intermediate uveitis, including anterior chamber inflammation and cystoid macular edema.
- Diagnostic workup included visual field testing, contrast sensitivity, color vision, ultrasound, SD-OCT, and ERG.
Findings:
- The patient exhibited nyctalopia, visual field constriction, decreased contrast sensitivity, and abnormal electroretinography (ERG) responses.
- Spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT) confirmed cystoid macular edema, while ultrasound revealed optic disc drusen.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of a thorough diagnostic approach in suspected uveitis cases.
- Awareness of RP's diverse presentations, including mild inflammatory signs, is crucial to prevent misdiagnosis and ensure timely management.
