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Immunoglobulin G crystalline keratopathy associated with monoclonal gammopathy
K Hutchinson1, M Dal Pra, A Apel
1The Eye Unit, Greenslopes Private Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Australian and New Zealand Journal of Ophthalmology
|June 18, 1998
Abstract
Purpose:
Two cases of corneal crystal deposition are reported, both caused by a benign monoclonal gammopathy
Methods:
Similar corneal pathology is identified in these two patients, both of whom presented with visual acuities of 6/6 or better Consideration of possible causes involved biochemical and haematological testing and assessment.
Results:
Potential for malignant transformation of monoclonal gammopathy was recognized, hence the need for ongoing haematological follow-up.
Conclusion:
Corneal crystals may be the initial presentation in a patient with monoclonal gammopathy, a rare, but significant, clinical finding.