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Varicella zoster virus-associated non-necrotizing retinitis: case report
Maamouri Rym1, Houman Yasmine2, Abdelaziz Marwa2
1Department of Ophthalmology, Habib Thameur Hospital, 3, Rue Ali Ben Ayed, 1089, Montfleury, Tunis, Tunisia. ryma_maamouri@yahoo.fr.
Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection
|July 6, 2023
Summary
Varicella zoster virus (VZV) can cause non-necrotizing retinitis, an ocular infection. Prompt diagnosis and antiviral treatment are crucial for managing this underdiagnosed condition.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Virology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Presents a case of non-necrotizing herpetic retinitis caused by Varicella zoster virus (VZV).
- Highlights the clinical presentation in a patient with diabetes mellitus, including anterior uveitis and multifocal retinitis.
Discussion:
- Discusses the diagnostic process using multimodal imaging and PCR confirmation of VZV DNA in aqueous humor.
- Emphasizes the importance of early recognition and management of VZV-related ocular infections.
Key Insights:
- Varicella zoster virus (VZV) can manifest as non-necrotizing retinitis.
- Early diagnosis and systemic antiviral therapy are effective in resolving VZV-induced retinitis and uveitis.
- Non-necrotizing retinitis is an underdiagnosed entity in VZV ocular infections.
Outlook:
- Suggests increased clinical suspicion for VZV ocular disease in relevant patient populations.
- Recommends further research into the spectrum and diagnosis of VZV retinitis.
- Underscores the need for timely antiviral intervention to prevent vision loss.
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