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Conjunctival sarcoidosis.

L A Bastiaensen, M C Verpalen, P M Pijpers

    Documenta Ophthalmologica. Advances in Ophthalmology
    |January 31, 1985
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    Conjunctival biopsy can diagnose sarcoidosis, especially when other methods fail. This case highlights upper eyelid conjunctival biopsy confirming sarcoidosis in a patient with chronic allergic and respiratory conditions.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Pathology
    • Immunology

    Background:

    • Conjunctival biopsy is a diagnostic tool for suspected sarcoidosis, with variable success rates.
    • Sarcoidosis is a multisystem inflammatory disease characterized by non-caseating granulomas.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with chronic, recurrent follicular conjunctivitis of the upper eyelid.
    • The patient had a history of allergy and chronic respiratory disease.
    • Standard lower fornix biopsy was not initially considered or performed.

    Findings:

    • Biopsy of the upper eyelid conjunctiva revealed non-necrotizing epithelioid-cell granulomas with multinucleate giant cells and asteroid bodies.
    • Histopathology showed an increase in reticular fibers.
    • Systemic sarcoidosis was confirmed by parabronchial granulomas and elevated serum angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) levels.

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    Implications:

    • Upper eyelid conjunctival biopsy is a valuable diagnostic method for ocular sarcoidosis, particularly when lower fornix biopsies are negative or not feasible.
    • Early diagnosis and treatment with local corticosteroids can effectively manage conjunctival sarcoidosis.
    • This case underscores the importance of considering sarcoidosis in patients with unexplained chronic conjunctivitis, even without other apparent ocular symptoms.