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Guan Y, Li F, Li N, Yang P. Decoding Behcet's Uveitis: an In-depth review of pathogenesis and therapeutic advances. J Neuroinflammation 2024; 21:133. [PMID: 38778397 PMCID: PMC11112928 DOI: 10.1186/s12974-024-03123-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 05/04/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
Abstract
Behcet's disease (BD) is a rare but globally distributed vasculitis that primarily affects populations in the Mediterranean and Asian regions. Behcet's uveitis (BU) is a common manifestation of BD, occurring in over two-thirds of the patients. BU is characterized by bilateral, chronic, recurrent, non-granulomatous uveitis in association with complications such as retinal ischemia and atrophy, optic atrophy, macular ischemia, macular edema, and further neovascular complications (vitreous hemorrhage, neovascular glaucoma). Although the etiology and pathogenesis of BU remain unclear, numerous studies reveal that genetic factors (such as HLA-B51), dysregulated immune responses of both the innate and adaptive immune systems, infections (such as streptococcus), and environmental factors (such as GDP) are all involved in its development. Innate immunity, including hyperactivity of neutrophils and γδT cells and elevated NK1/NK2 ratios, has been shown to play an essential role in this disease. Adaptive immune system disturbance, including homeostatic perturbations, Th1, Th17 overaction, and Treg cell dysfunction, is thought to be involved in BU pathogenesis. Treatment of BU requires a tailored approach based on the location, severity of inflammation, and systemic manifestations. The therapy aims to achieve rapid inflammation suppression, preservation of vision, and prevention of recurrence. Systemic corticosteroids combined with other immunosuppressive agents have been widely used to treat BU, and beneficial effects are observed in most patients. Recently, biologics have been shown to be effective in treating refractory BU cases. Novel therapeutic targets for treating BU include the LCK gene, Th17/Treg balance, JAK pathway inhibition, and cytokines such as IL-17 and RORγt. This article summarizes the recent studies on BU, especially in terms of pathogenesis, diagnostic criteria and classification, auxiliary examination, and treatment options. A better understanding of the significance of microbiome composition, genetic basis, and persistent immune mechanisms, as well as advancements in identifying new biomarkers and implementing objective quantitative detection of BU, may greatly contribute to improving the adequate management of BU patients.
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- Yuxuan Guan
- Department of Ophthalmology, Henan International Joint Research Laboratory for Ocular Immunology and Retinal Injury Repair, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Province Eye Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450052, People's Republic of China
- The Academy of Medical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Henan International Joint Research Laboratory for Ocular Immunology and Retinal Injury Repair, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Province Eye Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450052, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Henan International Joint Research Laboratory for Ocular Immunology and Retinal Injury Repair, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Province Eye Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450052, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Henan International Joint Research Laboratory for Ocular Immunology and Retinal Injury Repair, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Province Eye Hospital, Zhengzhou, 450052, People's Republic of China.
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Joubert M, Desbois AC, Domont F, Ghembaza A, Lejoncour A, Mirouse A, Maalouf G, Leclercq M, Touhami S, Cacoub P, Bodaghi B, Saadoun D. Behçet's disease uveitis. Rev Med Interne 2023; 44:546-554. [PMID: 37414674 DOI: 10.1016/j.revmed.2023.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023]
Abstract
Uveitis in Behçet's disease (BD) is frequent (40% of cases) and is a major cause of morbidity. The age of onset of uveitis is between 20 and 30 years. Ocular involvement includes anterior, posterior or panuveitis. It is non-granulomatous. Uveitis may be the first sign of the disease in 20% of cases or it may appear 2 or 3 years after the first symptoms. Panuveitis is the most common presentation and is more commonly found in men. Bilateralisation usually occurs on average 2 years after the first symptoms. The estimated risk of blindness at 5 years is 10-15%. BD uveitis has several ophthalmological features that distinguish it from other uveitis. The main goals in the management of patients are the rapid resolution of intraocular inflammation, prevention of recurrent attacks, achievement of complete remission, and preservation of vision. Biologic therapies have changed the management of intraocular inflammation. The aim of this review is to provide an update previous article by our team on pathogenesis, diagnostic approaches, identification of factors associated with relapse and the therapeutic strategy of BD uveitis.
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- M Joubert
- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Internal Medicine Department, CHU de Rouen, 76000 Rouen, France
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- Department of Ophtalmology, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Ophtalmology, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, Paris, France
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, centre de référence des maladies auto-immunes systémiques rares, centre de référence des maladies auto-inflammatoires et de l'amylose inflammatoire, Sorbonne universités, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, AP-HP, Inserm, UMR_S 959, 83, boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013 Paris, France.
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Joubert M, Desbois AC, Domont F, Ghembaza A, Le Joncour A, Mirouse A, Maalouf G, Leclercq M, Touhami S, Cacoub P, Bodaghi B, Saadoun D. Behçet's Disease Uveitis. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12113648. [PMID: 37297843 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12113648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2023] [Revised: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/20/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
Abstract
Uveitis in Behçet's disease (BD) is frequent (40% of cases) and is a major cause of morbidity. The age of onset of uveitis is between 20 and 30 years. Ocular involvement includes anterior, posterior, or panuveitis. Uveitis may be the first sign of the disease in 20% of cases or it may appear 2 or 3 years after the first symptoms. Panuveitis is the most common presentation and is more commonly found in men. Bilateralization usually occurs on average 2 years after the first symptoms. The estimated risk of blindness at 5 years is 10-15%. BD uveitis has several ophthalmological features that distinguish it from other uveitis. The main goals in the management of patients are the rapid resolution of intraocular inflammation, the prevention of recurrent attacks, the achievement of complete remission, and the preservation of vision. Biologic therapies have changed the management of intraocular inflammation. The aim of this review is to provide an update to a previous article by our team on pathogenesis, diagnostic approaches, and the therapeutic strategy of BD uveitis.
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- Morgane Joubert
- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
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- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
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- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
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- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
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- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
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- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
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- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, Sorbonne Universités, F-75013 Paris, France
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- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital, Sorbonne Universités, F-75013 Paris, France
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- AP-HP. Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Immunes Systémiques Rares, Centre de Référence des Maladies Auto-Inflammatoires et de l'Amylose Inflammatoire, F-75013 Paris, France
- Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale (INSERM), Unité Médical de Recherche (UMR)S 59, F-75013 Paris, France
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Tugal-Tutkun I. Uveitis in Behçet disease - an update. Curr Opin Rheumatol 2023; 35:17-24. [PMID: 36255985 DOI: 10.1097/bor.0000000000000911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Uveitis is a major manifestation of Behçet disease (BD) and potentially has a high morbidity. This article reviews recently published data on BD uveitis. RECENT FINDINGS A set of classification criteria and a diagnostic algorithm have been developed for BD uveitis. Recent reports have confirmed male predominance and posterior segment inflammation in the majority of BD uveitis patients. A high uveitis attack severity score, fluorescein angiographic leakage at the posterior pole, and disruption of outer retinal layers on optical coherence tomography (OCT) predict poor visual outcome. OCT-angiography studies have suggested subclinical changes of retinal capillaries in patients with or without ocular involvement. In a randomized controlled trial, interferon-α was superior to cyclosporine. Favorable outcomes were reported with earlier initiation, optimization, and withdrawal of infliximab after remission. Adalimumab as first-line was superior to conventional therapy. SUMMARY Classification criteria will be used to select a homogeneous group of patients for research and the diagnostic algorithm may help ophthalmologists predict the probability of BD uveitis based on ocular findings. Fluorescein angiography and OCT are the routine imaging modalities. Clinical relevance of OCT-angiography is unclear. Interferon-α, infliximab, and adalimumab have proven superior efficacy compared to conventional therapy.
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- Ilknur Tugal-Tutkun
- Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University
- Bayrampasa Eye Hospital, Eye Protection Foundation, Istanbul, Turkey
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Zeng Y, Zhang X, Mi L, Ji Y, Zhuang X, He G, Chen X, Wen F. Macrophage-like Cells Characterized by En Face Optical Coherence Tomography was Associated with Fluorescein Vascular Leakage in Behçet's Uveitis. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2022:1-7. [PMID: 35708322 DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2022.2080719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate the features of macrophage-like cell (MLC) characterized by en face optical coherence tomography (OCT) in Behçet's uveitis (BU). METHODS The extent of fluorescein vascular leakage (FVL) was graded on a scale of 0-3 (0=none, 1=mild, 2=moderate, 3=severe) for the optic nerve head (ONH), macula and peripheral retina. The 3μm en face OCT slabs on inner limiting membrane of ONH or macular region was used to visualize the MLCs. RESULTS The MLC densities of BU group in ONH and macular region were significantly higher than the control group (both p<0.001). The ONH and macular MLC density were significantly higher in eyes with higher FVL grade and they were positively correlated with FVL score (all p<0.001). CONCLUSION MLC density was elevated in Behçet's uveitis and it may serve as a noninvasive indicator for the severity of fluorescein leakage and retinal inflammation in Behcet's uveitis.
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- Yunkao Zeng
- Department of ophthalmology, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of ophthalmology, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of ophthalmology, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of ophthalmology, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of ophthalmology, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of ophthalmology, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of ophthalmology, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of ophthalmology, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, China
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Zając H, Turno-Kręcicka A. Ocular Manifestations of Behçet's Disease: An Update on Diagnostic Challenges and Disease Management. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10215174. [PMID: 34768694 PMCID: PMC8584626 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10215174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Revised: 10/30/2021] [Accepted: 11/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Behçet's disease is a systemic vasculitis that affects multiple organs. The most common manifestations are oral and genital ulcerations and recurrent uveitis. Uveitis can be an initial symptom in 10-20% of cases and leads to blindness in 16-25% of patients. The management of this disease is evolving due to the clinical phenotypes recently described in the literature and increasing focus on the detection of subclinical inflammation to enable correct therapeutic decisions. The first line treatment is azathioprine, followed by various immunosuppressive and biological agents as alternatives in severe or refractory cases. This review summarizes scientific articles about the etiology of, diagnostic tools for and treatment of the ocular manifestations of Behçet's disease available in the PubMed database from 1 January 2016 to 1 May 2021. A multidisciplinary approach is necessary to effectively prevent permanent damage and thus improve the life quality of the patients. Therefore, it is crucial to raise awareness of the common clusters of symptoms, use of modern imaging methods, such as ocular computed tomography and fluorescein angiography, and novelty treatment algorithms to enable early diagnosis and appropriate management.
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- Hanna Zając
- Department of Ophthalmology, University Clinical Hospital in Wroclaw, 50-556 Wroclaw, Poland
- Correspondence: (H.Z.); (A.T.-K.)
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University Clinical Hospital in Wroclaw, 50-556 Wroclaw, Poland
- Department of Ophthalmology, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-556 Wroclaw, Poland
- Correspondence: (H.Z.); (A.T.-K.)
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Keorochana N, Homchampa N, Vongkulsiri S, Choontanom R. Fluorescein angiographic findings and Behcet's disease ocular attack score 24 (BOS24) as prognostic factors for visual outcome in patients with ocular Behcet's disease. Int J Retina Vitreous 2021; 7:48. [PMID: 34454608 PMCID: PMC8403365 DOI: 10.1186/s40942-021-00318-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2020] [Accepted: 08/17/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Purpose To determine the application of fluorescein angiographic (FA) findings and Behcet’s disease ocular attack score 24 (BOS24) scoring system in predicting poor visual outcome in patients with ocular Behcet’s disease. Study design Retrospective cohort study. Methods We included 73 eyes of 38 patients with ocular Behcet’s disease who underwent FA and reviewed FA images, anterior chamber cells, vitreous opacity, retinal and optic disc lesions, which are parameters in BOS24. The correlation between FA findings, BOS24, and visual acuity was assessed. Results Optic disc hyperfluoresence (74%), diffuse posterior pole leakage (52%) and diffuse peripheral leakage (52%) were the three most common findings. Common complications were peripheral capillary nonperfusion (29%), arterial narrowing (22%), and macular ischemia (19%). BOS24 scores of ≥ 6 (p < 0.0001), arterial narrowing (p < 0.0001), and severe posterior pole leakage (p = 0.004) were significantly associated with poor visual outcome. Combining significant FA findings: arterial narrowing and severe posterior pole leakage, to BOS24 ≥ 6 results in an increased relative risk of developing poor visual acuity from 7.30 to 10.43 and 1.89 to 2.02 respectively. Conclusion Fluorescein angiography is an important investigation for predicting poor visual outcome. BOS24 may be a useful alternative when fluorescein angiographic is unavailable.
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- Narumon Keorochana
- Ocular Inflammatory and Uveitis Division, Department of Ophthalmology, Phramongkutklao Hospital, 315 Ratchvidhi Rd. Thung Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, 10400, Thailand.
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Phramongkutklao Hospital, 315 Ratchvidhi Rd. Thung Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, 10400, Thailand
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- Retina Division, Department of Ophthalmology, Phramongkutklao Hospital, 315 Rajawithi Rd, Thung Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, 10400, Thailand
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- Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery Division, Department of Ophthalmology, Phramongkutklao Hospital, 315 Rajawithi Rd, Thung Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok, 10400, Thailand
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Tugal-Tutkun I, Çakar Özdal P. Behçet's disease uveitis: is there a need for new emerging drugs? Expert Opin Emerg Drugs 2020; 25:531-547. [PMID: 33147420 DOI: 10.1080/14728214.2020.1847271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Introduction: Behçet's disease uveitis (BDU) is a potentially blinding disorder. Systemic treatment with disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) is mandatory in patients with intraocular inflammation involving the posterior segment of the eye. Areas covered: This article discusses existing systemic treatment with corticosteroids and conventional and biologic DMARDs as well as adjunctive local therapy in BDU. An overview is provided for a wide range of biologic DMARDs that have shown promise or investigated in clinical trials. Most recently introduced biologic DMARDs and targeted synthetic DMARDs are also reviewed for their potential in the treatment of BDU. Expert opinion: The prognosis of patients with BDU has remarkably improved after the introduction of biologic DMARDs. An expanding therapeutic armamentarium will allow treatment of most refractory cases. The ultimate goal is to provide drug-free remission with preservation of 20/20 vision.
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- Ilknur Tugal-Tutkun
- Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul University , Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Health Sciences, Ulucanlar Eye Education and Research Hospital , Ankara, Turkey
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