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Choroidopathy in systemic lupus erythematosus.

D A Jabs1, A M Hanneken, A P Schachat

  • 1Uveitis and Clinical Immunology Service, Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute, Baltimore, MD 21205.

Archives of Ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
|February 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can cause unusual choroidopathy, leading to retinal detachments and vision loss. Controlling SLE often resolves these ocular complications, suggesting a vascular link.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Rheumatology
  • Systemic Autoimmune Diseases

Background:

  • Choroidopathy is a rare complication of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
  • Previous literature documented only six cases of SLE-associated choroidopathy.

Observation:

  • This study followed six patients diagnosed with SLE and choroidopathy.
  • Manifestations included multifocal, serous retinal pigment epithelium and sensory retinal detachments.
  • Four patients had macular involvement, resulting in visual impairment.

Findings:

  • Two patients developed large, bullous, exudative retinal detachments.
  • In three patients, achieving systemic SLE control led to the resolution of serous detachments.
  • Pathogenesis is likely linked to choroidal vascular disease, causing pigment epithelial damage and subretinal fluid accumulation.

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Implications:

  • Highlights the ocular manifestations of SLE, specifically choroidopathy.
  • Suggests that managing the underlying autoimmune disease is crucial for resolving associated retinal detachments.
  • Underscores the importance of monitoring SLE patients for potential visual disturbances due to choroidal vascular compromise.