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Dipankar Das1, Obaidur Rehman2, Kasturi Bhattacharjee2
1Department of Ocular Pathology, Uveitis and Neuro-Ophthalmology, Sri Sankaradeva Nethralaya, Guwahati, India.
Ocular Immunology and Inflammation
|June 26, 2023
Summary
This study analyzed 160 parasitic eye disease cases in North-east India. Techniques like fluorescein staining and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) aided in identifying and detailing parasitic infections.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Parasitology
- Medical Diagnostics
Background:
- Parasitic eye diseases pose a significant challenge in tropical and subtropical regions.
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management and preventing vision loss.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the spectrum of parasitic eye diseases in North-east India.
- To evaluate the utility of live examination, rapid staining, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) in diagnosing these conditions.
Main Methods:
- A 12-year retrospective analysis of ocular parasitic disease cases was conducted.
- Diagnostic methods included live parasite examination, fluorescein staining, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
Main Results:
- 160 cases of ocular parasitosis were identified.
- Commonly diagnosed parasitic infections included Cysticercosis, Hydatidosis, Dirofilariasis, Thelaziasis, and Gnathostomiasis.
- SEM provided detailed ultrastructural findings for parasite identification.
Conclusions:
- Fluorescein staining and SEM are valuable tools for identifying ocular parasites.
- These advanced techniques aid in understanding the microscopic and ultrastructural characteristics of parasitic eye infections.
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