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Herpes simplex keratitis: a clinico-pathologic case report.

M Ghosh, W S Dixon, W S Hunter

    Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. Journal Canadien D'Ophtalmologie
    |August 1, 1986
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    Diagnosing herpes simplex keratitis can be challenging with standard histochemistry. However, electron microscopy successfully identified virus particles within stromal cells, aiding diagnosis.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Virology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Herpes simplex keratitis (HSK) is a significant cause of infectious blindness worldwide.
    • Accurate and timely diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment and preventing vision loss.
    • Traditional diagnostic methods like histochemistry can sometimes be inconclusive.

    Observation:

    • This case report details a patient with suspected herpes simplex keratitis.
    • Routine histochemical staining provided ambiguous results, hindering a definitive diagnosis.
    • The corneal tissue was further examined using advanced imaging techniques.

    Findings:

    • Electron microscopy revealed characteristic herpes simplex virus (HSV) particles within the corneal stromal cells.
    • The presence of viral particles confirmed the diagnosis of HSK.

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  • This highlights the limitations of conventional methods in certain HSK cases.

    • Implications:

    • Electron microscopy serves as a valuable tool for diagnosing challenging cases of herpes simplex keratitis.
    • This case underscores the importance of utilizing advanced diagnostic modalities when routine methods fail.
    • Improved diagnostic accuracy can lead to prompt and appropriate antiviral therapy, preserving visual function.