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Yoshida-Hata N, Mimura M, Aikawa M, Kashima T. A case of bilateral amyloidosis localized to extraocular muscles mimicking thyroid eye disease. BMC Ophthalmol 2024; 24:42. [PMID: 38279160 PMCID: PMC10811829 DOI: 10.1186/s12886-024-03295-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 01/28/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Amyloidosis is a rare condition characterized by the abnormal deposition of amyloid proteins in various tissues and organs. While systemic amyloidosis has been well-documented, amyloid deposition in extraocular muscles is an exceptionally rare occurrence, with only 35 reported cases. This case report sheds light on the importance of considering amyloidosis in the differential diagnosis of patients presenting with proptosis and diplopia, which are often associated with thyroid eye disease. CASE PRESENTATION A woman in her twenties sought medical attention due to a complaint of diplopia. Her ocular examination revealed almost normal findings except for exotropia and proptosis. Orbital magnetic resonance imaging displayed fusiform enlargement of nearly all eye muscles, a presentation typically observed in thyroid eye disease. However, despite corticosteroid therapy, her symptoms showed no improvement. Given the unusual lack of response to conventional treatment, and inhomogeneous enhancement of the muscle, an extraocular muscle biopsy was conducted. This biopsy yielded a unique finding-amyloid deposition within the muscle tissue. This discovery was particularly intriguing due to the extreme rarity of amyloidosis affecting extraocular muscles, with fewer than three dozen documented cases worldwide. CONCLUSION This unique case underscores the critical need for a comprehensive approach to diagnosing patients with proptosis and diplopia. While these symptoms are commonly attributed to thyroid eye disease, it is essential to consider alternative diagnoses such as amyloidosis, especially when standard treatments fail to yield results. The discovery of amyloid deposition in the extraocular muscles, although exceedingly rare, emphasizes the significance of a thorough differential diagnosis. In conclusion, this case report highlights the importance of vigilance in clinical practice, encouraging ophthalmologists to explore less common diagnostic possibilities when faced with challenging cases. Further research and clinical investigation are warranted to better understand the mechanisms and potential treatments for amyloidosis affecting the extraocular muscles.
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- Oculofacial Clinic Osaka, 1-12-6, Umeda Kita-ku, Osaka-city, 530-0001, Osaka, Japan
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- Oculofacial Clinic Tokyo, 1-15-4 Ginza, Chuo-ku, 104-0061, Tokyo, Japan
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- Oculofacial Clinic Tokyo, 1-15-4 Ginza, Chuo-ku, 104-0061, Tokyo, Japan
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Singh RB, Singhal S, Sinha S, Cho J, Nguyen AXL, Dhingra LS, Kaur S, Sharma V, Agarwal A. Ocular complications of plasma cell dyscrasias. Eur J Ophthalmol 2023; 33:1786-1800. [PMID: 36760117 PMCID: PMC10472748 DOI: 10.1177/11206721231155974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2022] [Accepted: 01/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/11/2023]
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Plasma cell dyscrasias are a wide range of severe monoclonal gammopathies caused by pre-malignant or malignant plasma cells that over-secrete an abnormal monoclonal antibody. These disorders are associated with various systemic findings, including ophthalmological disorders. A search of PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus and Cochrane databases was performed in March 2021 to examine evidence pertaining to ocular complications in patients diagnosed with plasma cell dyscrasias. This review outlines the ocular complications associated with smoldering multiple myeloma and monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance, plasmacytomas, multiple myeloma, Waldenström's macroglobulinemia, systemic amyloidosis, Polyneuropathy, Organomegaly, Endocrinopathy, Monoclonal gammopathy and Skin changes (POEMS) syndrome, and cryoglobulinemia. Although, the pathological mechanisms are not completely elucidated yet, wide-ranging ocular presentations have been identified over the years, evolving both the anterior and posterior segments of the eye. Moreover, the presenting symptoms also help in early diagnosis in asymptomatic patients. Therefore, it is imperative for the treating ophthalmologist and oncologist to maintain a high clinical suspicion for identifying the ophthalmological signs and diagnosing the underlying disease, preventing its progression through efficacious treatment strategies.
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- Rohan Bir Singh
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Department of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Ophthalmology, Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, University College London, London, UK
- Discipline of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Crozer-Chester Medical Center, Upland, PA, USA
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- Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Department of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Vanderbilt Eye Center, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
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- Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Yale-New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Yale-New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Maastricht, Maastricht, the Netherlands
- Department of Ophthalmology, The Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Wolkow N, Romo LV, Edwards CV, Stagner AM. Case 21-2023: A 61-Year-Old Man with Eyelid Swelling. N Engl J Med 2023; 389:166-175. [PMID: 37437147 DOI: 10.1056/nejmcpc2300904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/14/2023]
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- Natalie Wolkow
- From the Departments of Ophthalmology (N.W., A.M.S.) and Radiology (L.V.R.), Massachusetts Eye and Ear, the Departments of Ophthalmology (N.W., A.M.S.), Radiology (L.V.R.), and Pathology (A.M.S.), Harvard Medical School, the Departments of Radiology (L.V.R.) and Pathology (A.M.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, the Department of Medicine, Boston Medical Center (C.V.E.), and the Department of Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine (C.V.E.) - all in Boston
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- From the Departments of Ophthalmology (N.W., A.M.S.) and Radiology (L.V.R.), Massachusetts Eye and Ear, the Departments of Ophthalmology (N.W., A.M.S.), Radiology (L.V.R.), and Pathology (A.M.S.), Harvard Medical School, the Departments of Radiology (L.V.R.) and Pathology (A.M.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, the Department of Medicine, Boston Medical Center (C.V.E.), and the Department of Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine (C.V.E.) - all in Boston
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- From the Departments of Ophthalmology (N.W., A.M.S.) and Radiology (L.V.R.), Massachusetts Eye and Ear, the Departments of Ophthalmology (N.W., A.M.S.), Radiology (L.V.R.), and Pathology (A.M.S.), Harvard Medical School, the Departments of Radiology (L.V.R.) and Pathology (A.M.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, the Department of Medicine, Boston Medical Center (C.V.E.), and the Department of Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine (C.V.E.) - all in Boston
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- From the Departments of Ophthalmology (N.W., A.M.S.) and Radiology (L.V.R.), Massachusetts Eye and Ear, the Departments of Ophthalmology (N.W., A.M.S.), Radiology (L.V.R.), and Pathology (A.M.S.), Harvard Medical School, the Departments of Radiology (L.V.R.) and Pathology (A.M.S.), Massachusetts General Hospital, the Department of Medicine, Boston Medical Center (C.V.E.), and the Department of Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine (C.V.E.) - all in Boston
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Rana K, Juniat V, Patel S, Selva D. Extraocular muscle enlargement. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol 2022; 260:3419-3435. [PMID: 35713708 PMCID: PMC9581877 DOI: 10.1007/s00417-022-05727-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2022] [Revised: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 04/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Extraocular muscle enlargement can occur secondary to a range of orbital and systemic diseases. Although the most common cause of extraocular muscle enlargement is thyroid eye disease, a range of other inflammatory, infective, neoplastic, and vascular conditions can alter the size and shape of the extraocular muscles. Imaging with computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging plays an essential role in the workup of these conditions. This article provides an image-rich review of the wide range of pathology that can cause enlargement of the extraocular muscles.
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- Khizar Rana
- Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, University of Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia. .,South Australian Institute of Ophthalmology, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia.
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- Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, University of Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia.,South Australian Institute of Ophthalmology, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
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- Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, University of Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia.,South Australian Institute of Ophthalmology, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
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Alam MS, Banerjee P. A rare case of intramuscular orbital amyloidosis presenting as progressive esotropia in an adult. Orbit 2021; 42:327-331. [PMID: 34856867 DOI: 10.1080/01676830.2021.2005634] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Orbital amyloidosis is an uncommon entity. Lacrimal gland, orbital soft tissue and extraocular muscles are the usual sites of involvement. Deposition of amyloid in the extraocular muscle can be either isolated or associated with systemic amyloidosis. We describe a case of a 43-year-old male with isolated amyloid infiltration of the right lateral rectus muscle presenting as a progressive esotropia. The case was initially misdiagnosed as lateral rectus palsy and myositis due to non-specific radiological features of the entity. The diagnosis was confirmed by a biopsy. Intramuscular Botulinum toxin injection, was administered to the right medial rectus to alleviate diplopia temporarily, and strabismus surgery was planned at a later stage. Amyloid deposition is a rare cause of extraocular muscle enlargement. Histopathology is confirmatory. Screening for systemic amyloidosis is mandatory in all cases.
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- Md Shahid Alam
- Orbit, Oculoplasty, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Services, Aditya Birla Sankara Nethralaya, Kolkata, India.,Orbit, Oculoplasty, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Services, A Unit of Medical Research Foundation, Chennai, India
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- Orbit, Oculoplasty, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Services, Aditya Birla Sankara Nethralaya, Kolkata, India.,Orbit, Oculoplasty, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Services, A Unit of Medical Research Foundation, Chennai, India
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Krásný J, Šach J, Hůlková H, Pavlíček P. BILATERAL AMYLOIDOSIS OF THREE EYELIDS. A CASE REPORT. CESKA A SLOVENSKA OFTALMOLOGIE : CASOPIS CESKE OFTALMOLOGICKE SPOLECNOSTI A SLOVENSKE OFTALMOLOGICKE SPOLECNOSTI 2021; 77:257-263. [PMID: 34666496 DOI: 10.31348/2021/29] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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AIM To present rare form of lids amyloidosis, in the context with literature and remind a Czech professor Vrabec, F., MD, an important pan-European ocular histologist. CASE REPORT 37 years aged man was examined for eyelids mass on the department of ophthalmology of the Teaching Hospital Kralovske Vinohrady, Prague, Czech Republic in June 2018. The finding looked like chronic chalazion on the right side and chronic hordeolum on the left side. No acute phase was noted within last several months by the patient. Yellowish to lightly brown friable, partially transparent mass was obtained by excision. Amyloidosis of the AL type was revealed histologically, and diagnosis was followed by extended excision and plastic surgical reconstruction of the lower eyelids on both sides. No systemic disease underlying the amyloidosis was disclosed by following through diagnostic work-up of the patient. RESULTS Amyloidosis was illustrated initially by Congo red staining with characteristic dichroism in the polarized light, then it was analysed immunohistochemically, with positivity for kappa light chains. Systemic amyloidosis was excluded, as well as monoclonal gamapathy. Only slightly increased number of plasmacytes (up to 10 %) was revealed in the bone marrow biopsy. The surgical solution was optimal for the patient, and he was without any recurrence and problems of lower eyelids three years. CONCLUSION Described case of bilateral eyelids amyloidosis without underlying systemic disease belongs to rare cases and also illustrates necessity of complex interdisciplinary cooperation in the diagnostic process.
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Clinical and Radiological Features of Intramuscular Orbital Amyloidosis: A Case Series and Literature Review. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg 2021; 38:234-241. [PMID: 34516528 DOI: 10.1097/iop.0000000000002061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE Orbital amyloidosis of the extraocular muscles (EOMs) is a rare condition, and its clinicoradiological features are not well elucidated. This study describes the characteristic clinical signs, MRI features, and potential treatment options. METHODS Retrospective multicenter case series and literature review of EOM amyloidosis. RESULTS Five cases were identified for inclusion. Common clinical findings were diplopia, ophthalmoplegia, and proptosis. Systemic amyloidosis was more likely to present with multiple muscle involvement, but no particular pattern was observed with localized disease. On MRI, amyloid deposition was characterized as a heterogeneous intramuscular mass with T2 hypointensity and post contrast enhancement. Management is dependent on the extent of disease and functional impairment; options include surgical debulking and radiation therapy. CONCLUSION EOM amyloidosis is uncommon. The combination of clinical and radiologic findings described in this study should lead to its clinical suspicion.
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Nishikawa N, Kawaguchi Y, Konno A, Kitani Y, Takei H, Yanagi Y. Primary isolated amyloidosis in the extraocular muscle as a rare cause of ophthalmoplegia: A case report and literature review. Am J Ophthalmol Case Rep 2021; 22:101052. [PMID: 33732950 PMCID: PMC7937664 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajoc.2021.101052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Revised: 11/01/2020] [Accepted: 02/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Purpose To report a case of external ophthalmoplegia due to an uncommon form of amyloidosis exclusively affecting the lateral rectus muscle, and to discuss the clinical manifestation, diagnostic challenges, and management pitfalls of isolated amyloidosis in the extraocular muscle. Observations A 64-year-old woman presented with diplopia in her left gaze lasting for six months. She had orthophoria in the primary position and abduction limitation in the left eye. Routine laboratory examinations were unremarkable. Orbital magnetic resonance imaging showed fusiform enlargement of the left lateral rectus muscle, without tendon involvement. Extraocular muscle biopsy was recommended to make a diagnosis, which revealed amyloid deposition in the lateral rectus muscle. A systemic work-up showed no evidence of systemic amyloidosis. Therefore, a diagnosis of primary isolated amyloidosis was made. Orthophoria in the primary position and diplopia in the lateral gaze persisted at the six-month follow-up. Conclusions and importance Atypical extraocular muscle enlargement should alert clinicians to the need for tissue biopsy to identify uncommon etiologies, such as amyloidosis. There are no pathognomonic or radiological features to distinguish localized from systemic amyloidosis. Therefore, if amyloidosis of the extraocular muscles is diagnosed, a systemic work-up is needed to rule out systemic amyloidosis, which is potentially life-threatening.
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- Noriko Nishikawa
- Department of Ophthalmology, Asahikawa Medical University, 2-1-1 Midorigaoka, Higashi, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, 078-8510, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Asahikawa Medical University, 2-1-1 Midorigaoka, Higashi, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, 078-8510, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Asahikawa Medical University, 2-1-1 Midorigaoka, Higashi, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, 078-8510, Japan
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- Division of Cardiology, Nephrology, Pulmonology and Neurology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asahikawa Medical University, 2-1-1 Midorigaoka, Higashi, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, 078-8510, Japan
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- Department of Diagnostic Pathology, Asahikawa Medical University, 2-1-1 Midorigaoka, Higashi, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, 078-8510, Japan
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Asahikawa Medical University, 2-1-1 Midorigaoka, Higashi, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, 078-8510, Japan.,Singapore National Eye Centre, Singapore Eye Research Institute, 11 Third Hospital Ave, 168751, Singapore
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Li Y, Wang Y, Zhang W. A case of isolated amyloidosis in extraocular muscle mimicking thyroid eye disease. J AAPOS 2020; 24:122-124. [PMID: 32087324 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaapos.2019.12.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2019] [Revised: 12/12/2019] [Accepted: 12/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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A 24-year-old woman presented with periorbital pain, progressive diplopia, and restricted eye movement. Routine blood testing was normal except for increased levels of thyroid peroxidase autoantibody (TPOAb) and thyroglobulin autoantibody (TGAb). Orbital computed tomography revealed fusiform thickening of the rectus muscles belly, with tendon sparing, as in thyroid eye disease. Rectus muscle biopsy revealed isolated amyloidosis. Further workup showed no evidence of systemic amyloidosis.
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- YuePing Li
- Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Department, Tianjin Eye Hospital; Clinical College of Ophthalmology of Tianjin Medical University; Tianjin Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Vision Science, Tianjin, China
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- Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Department, Tianjin Eye Hospital; Clinical College of Ophthalmology of Tianjin Medical University; Tianjin Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Vision Science, Tianjin, China
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- Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Department, Tianjin Eye Hospital; Clinical College of Ophthalmology of Tianjin Medical University; Tianjin Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Vision Science, Tianjin, China.
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Augstburger E, Sahel JA, Audo I. Progressive chorioretinal involvement in a patient with light-chain (AL) amyloidosis: a case report. BMC Ophthalmol 2020; 20:59. [PMID: 32085748 PMCID: PMC7035659 DOI: 10.1186/s12886-020-01341-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2019] [Accepted: 02/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Background To report an unusual case of light-chain (AL) amyloidosis with progressive bilateral chorioretinal abnormalities documented with short-wavelength autofluorescence, SD-OCT, fluorescein and indocyanine green angiography. Case presentation Case report of a forty-three-year-old male patient with kappa AL amyloidosis. The patient presented with rapidly progressing pigmented and hyperautofluorescent drusenoid deposits in both eyes, associated with central serous retinal detachments, a pachychoroid and choriocapillaris enlargement. The general assessment revealed a renal failure symptomatic of a nephrotic syndrome, associated with proteinuria composed mainly of free kappa light chains. A kidney biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of kappa AL amyloidosis. Chemotherapy was quickly started. During remission, the extension of drusenoid deposits on the fundus was stopped and a disappearance of the subretinal fluid on SD-OCT was observed. Conclusions AL amyloidosis is an insidious and potentially fatal condition. This case is one of the first to document the rapid progression of fundus alterations and their stabilization after disease remission. Identifying these specific fundus abnormalities is essential to avoid diagnosis wandering and therapeutic delay.
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- Edouard Augstburger
- Centre Hospitalier National d'Ophtalmologie des Quinze-Vingts, Centre de Maladies Rares "dystrophies rétiniennes d'origine génétique", DHU Sight Restore INSERM-DHOS CIC 1423, 28, rue de Charenton, 75012, Paris, France.
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- Centre Hospitalier National d'Ophtalmologie des Quinze-Vingts, Centre de Maladies Rares "dystrophies rétiniennes d'origine génétique", DHU Sight Restore INSERM-DHOS CIC 1423, 28, rue de Charenton, 75012, Paris, France.,Sorbonne Université, INSERM, CNRS, Institut de la Vision, 17 rue Moreau, F-75012, Paris, France.,Department of Ophthalmology, The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, USA
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- Centre Hospitalier National d'Ophtalmologie des Quinze-Vingts, Centre de Maladies Rares "dystrophies rétiniennes d'origine génétique", DHU Sight Restore INSERM-DHOS CIC 1423, 28, rue de Charenton, 75012, Paris, France.,Sorbonne Université, INSERM, CNRS, Institut de la Vision, 17 rue Moreau, F-75012, Paris, France
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Han SH, Kim YD, Woo KI. Primary Localized Amyloidosis in Extraocular Muscles. JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN OPHTHALMOLOGICAL SOCIETY 2019. [DOI: 10.3341/jkos.2019.60.12.1301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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- Sun Hyup Han
- Department of Ophthalmology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Abstract
Ocular or eye pain is a frequent complaint encountered not only by eye care providers but neurologists. Isolated eye pain is non-specific and non-localizing; therefore, it poses significant differential diagnostic problems. A wide range of neurologic and ophthalmic disorders may cause pain in, around, or behind the eye. These include ocular and orbital diseases and primary and secondary headaches. In patients presenting with an isolated and chronic eye pain, neuroimaging is usually normal. However, at the beginning of a disease process or in low-grade disease, the eye may appear "quiet," misleading a provider lacking familiarity with underlying disorders and high index of clinical suspicion. Delayed diagnosis of some neuro-ophthalmic causes of eye pain could result in significant neurologic and ophthalmic morbidity, conceivably even mortality. This article reviews some recent advances in imaging of the eye, the orbit, and the brain, as well as research in which neuroimaging has advanced the discovery of the underlying pathophysiology and the complex differential diagnosis of eye pain.
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