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Inflammatory pseudohistoplasmosis.

T A Deutsch, H H Tessler

    Annals of Ophthalmology
    |August 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Inflammatory pseudohistoplasmosis syndrome mimics presumed ocular histoplasmosis syndrome (POHS) but involves ocular inflammation. This condition can be a response to various uveitic syndromes, including sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, and syphilis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Immunology

    Background:

    • Multifocal choroiditis is often misdiagnosed as presumed ocular histoplasmosis syndrome (POHS).
    • POHS typically lacks ocular inflammatory activity, distinguishing it from other uveitic conditions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To characterize a group of patients presenting with multifocal choroidal spots and active intraocular inflammation.
    • To investigate the potential underlying etiologies of this inflammatory condition, termed inflammatory pseudohistoplasmosis syndrome.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 28 patients with multifocal choroidal lesions and ocular inflammation.
    • Systemic evaluation to identify potential underlying causes such as sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, and syphilis.

    Main Results:

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    • 43% of patients were Black; 39% had peripapillary atrophy; 32% had diskiform macular scars.
    • Identified systemic etiologies included sarcoidosis (32%), tuberculosis (29%), and syphilis (11%).
    • Treatment of underlying systemic diseases led to improvement in ocular findings in some cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Inflammatory pseudohistoplasmosis syndrome is a nonspecific ocular inflammatory response.
    • It can be associated with various uveitic syndromes, including sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, and syphilis.
    • Accurate diagnosis and treatment of the underlying cause are crucial for managing this condition.