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Sympathetic ophthalmia

W B Dreyer, H Zegarra, Z N Zakov

    American Journal of Ophthalmology
    |December 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Sympathetic ophthalmia, a rare eye inflammation, can cause systemic symptoms like nystagmus. Early enucleation and corticosteroid treatment are crucial for managing this condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Sympathetic ophthalmia is a rare, bilateral granulomatous inflammation of the uveal tract following ocular trauma or surgery.
    • Enucleation is a surgical procedure to remove the eyeball.

    Observation:

    • A 29-year-old woman presented with severe ocular and neurological symptoms following enucleation of a traumatically injured eye.
    • Neurological manifestations included nystagmus, vertigo, truncal ataxia, and cerebrospinal fluid pleocytosis.

    Findings:

    • The patient's condition demonstrated a rare systemic presentation of sympathetic ophthalmia.
    • Fundus photography, fluorescein angiography, and electrophysiologic tests were used for diagnosis and monitoring.
    • Initial treatment with enucleation and corticosteroids led to resolution, but recurrences were observed.

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    Implications:

    • This case highlights the potential for systemic neurological involvement in sympathetic ophthalmia.
    • Prompt diagnosis and aggressive treatment, including enucleation and corticosteroids, are vital.
    • Recurrences necessitate long-term monitoring and management strategies.