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Herpes zoster ophthalmicus.

F A Bucci, P V Savia, J A Mauriello

    American Family Physician
    |March 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Herpes zoster ophthalmicus is rising in immunocompromised individuals, leading to common eye complications like uveitis and keratitis. Early oral acyclovir treatment shows promise in preventing these serious ocular issues.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Immunology

    Background:

    • Herpes zoster ophthalmicus (HZO) incidence and severity are increasing.
    • Immunocompromised populations are particularly vulnerable to HZO.
    • Ocular inflammatory complications, including uveitis and keratitis, are common in HZO.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the rising incidence and severity of HZO in immunocompromised patients.
    • To highlight common ocular complications of HZO.
    • To evaluate the potential of oral acyclovir in preventing HZO-related ocular complications.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of current literature on HZO and its ocular manifestations.
    • Analysis of preliminary studies on oral acyclovir efficacy for HZO.

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  • Assessment of the need for surgical intervention in severe cases.

    • Main Results:

    • Uveitis and keratitis are the most frequent inflammatory complications of HZO.
    • Corneal exposure due to eyelid scarring may necessitate reconstructive surgery.
    • Preliminary data suggest oral acyclovir is effective in preventing ocular complications.

    Conclusions:

    • The increasing prevalence of immunocompromised patients contributes to a rise in HZO.
    • Prompt management with oral acyclovir may mitigate severe ocular sequelae.
    • Further research into antiviral prophylaxis for HZO is warranted.