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Ocular involvement in mycosis fungoides
R J Leitch1, I G Rennie, M A Parsons
1Department of Ophthalmology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield.
The British Journal of Ophthalmology
|February 1, 1993
Summary
This case report details mycosis fungoides affecting both eyes. A vitreous biopsy confirmed the diagnosis, highlighting intraocular involvement as a potential early indicator of extracutaneous disease.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Dermatology
- Oncology
Background:
- Mycosis fungoides is a type of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
- Ocular involvement in mycosis fungoides is uncommon but significant.
- Early detection of extracutaneous spread is crucial for patient management.