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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Ocular tuberculosis (TB) is an uncommon manifestation of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
  • Latent TB infection can be diagnosed using interferon-gamma release assay (IGRA) tests, offering improved specificity over tuberculin skin tests.
  • Tuberculous scleritis, though rare, is an important consideration in the differential diagnosis of posterior scleritis.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with posterior scleritis and significant visual impairment.
  • The patient had latent TB infection without other ocular manifestations like uveitis, keratitis, or anterior scleritis.
  • No prior ocular disease history was noted.

Findings:

  • The patient's posterior scleritis and visual loss were directly associated with latent TB infection.
  • Diagnosis was supported by the absence of active TB and the presence of latent infection.
  • The patient showed a positive response to treatment.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering latent TB in the differential diagnosis of posterior scleritis, even in the absence of other ocular symptoms.
  • Prompt diagnosis and combined treatment with antitubercular therapy and corticosteroids can lead to favorable visual outcomes.
  • This underscores the need for increased awareness of ocular TB presentations among clinicians.