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Desira M, Fitoussi R, Comet A, Denis D, Stolowy N, David T. Choroidal neovascularization and MEWDS like reaction in a child: A rare case. Eur J Ophthalmol 2024; 34:NP101-NP107. [PMID: 37801490 DOI: 10.1177/11206721231206440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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PURPOSE To report a case of choroidal neovascularization (CNV) associated with Multiple Evanescent White Dot Syndrome (MEWDS) in a child. STUDY DESIGN Case report. RESULTS A 13-year-old child visited us with a month-long history of blurred vision in his right eye. His right fundus showed several subretinal white dots and an atrophic macular lesion corresponding to a CNV. Angiography and optical coherence tomography (OCT) were consistent with the diagnosis of MEWDS. The patient's condition poorly improved after an intravitreal injection of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti VEGF) in his right eye. CONCLUSIONS We reported the case of CNV associated with MEWDS like reaction. The hypothesis of a triggered-MEWDS was highly suspected but no cause was found, which is often the case in paediatric inflammatory eye disorders. Long-term follow-up is needed to judge the evolution.
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- M Desira
- Ophthalmology Department, Hôpital Nord, Marseille (AP-HM), France
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- Ophthalmology Department, Hôpital Nord, Marseille (AP-HM), France
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- Ophthalmology Department, Hôpital Nord, Marseille (AP-HM), France
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- Ophthalmology Department, Hôpital Nord, Marseille (AP-HM), France
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- Ophthalmology Department, Hôpital Nord, Marseille (AP-HM), France
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- Ophthalmology Department, Hôpital Nord, Marseille (AP-HM), France
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Almater AI, Abusayf MM, Alshahrani S, Alfawaz AM, Alkatan HM, Al-Faky YH. Paraneoplastic pemphigus associated with rapidly progressing endophthalmitis caused by Morganella Morganii: A case report. Eur J Ophthalmol 2021; 32:NP69-NP72. [PMID: 34269096 DOI: 10.1177/11206721211033465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The ocular presentation of paraneoplastic pemphigus (PNP) has rarely been reported in the literature. In this report, we describe a 61-year-old male presenting with eruptive skin lesions associated with underlying non-Hodgkin's lymphoma who had rapid progressive corneal perforation with secondary endophthalmitis in the setting of PNP. CASE DESCRIPTION A 61-year-old male presented to the emergency department complaining of skin eruption mimicking Stevens-Johnson syndrome, which was later found to be related to PNP. Initially, the patient complained of progressive ocular surface dryness in both eyes. Meanwhile, he developed mild pain in the right eye associated with blurry vision in both eyes and was managed with lubricants and topical antibiotics. A few days later, he was found to have corneal perforation with features suggestive of left endophthalmitis with possible early panophthalmitis. Intravenous antibiotic was administered, and primary evisceration of the left globe was performed. Histopathology revealed acute necrotizing keratitis and endophthalmitis. Vitreous analysis showed numerous gram-negative bacilli and a positive culture of Morganella morganii. The patient continued to be managed with frequent lubrications and punctual plugs in the fellow eye during the follow-up period. CONCLUSION We describe the first case of endophthalmitis developing secondary to PNP-induced corneal melting and perforation. Anticipating unusual infectious sequelae in the setting of PNP might be warranted to actively detect and successfully manage dry eye disease before devastating complications develop.
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- Abdullah I Almater
- Department of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.,King Saud University Medical City, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Medicine, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.,King Saud University Medical City, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.,King Saud University Medical City, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.,Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.,King Saud University Medical City, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Menean M, Marchese A, Bordato A, Battista M, Bandello F, Modorati G, Miserocchi E. Bilateral acute retinal necrosis during treatment with alemtuzumab for multiple sclerosis. Eur J Ophthalmol 2021; 32:NP120-NP122. [PMID: 33789493 DOI: 10.1177/11206721211006576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Alemtuzumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody used as a treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia. It decreases T cell count leading to significant immunosuppression, with increased risk of systemic and ocular infections. Herein, we report a unique case of bilateral acute retinal necrosis (ARN) caused by varicella-zoster virus (VZV) in a patient affected by MS under treatment with alemtuzumab. CASE DESCRIPTION A 36-year-old man with a relapsing-remitting MS under treatment with alemtuzumab developed bilateral visual loss. Anterior segment examination displayed granulomatous keratic precipitates and 3+ cells in the anterior chamber, while fundoscopy showed bilateral 1+ vitritis and peripheral retinal necrosis, complicated by retinal detachment in the left eye. The high viral load for VZV in aqueous humor samples had a univocal interpretation for viral reactivation. In addition to systemic therapy with acyclovir, the patient was treated with bilateral intravitreal injections of foscarnet and underwent pars-plana vitrectomy and silicone oil tamponade for retinal detachment in the left eye. CONCLUSION This report shows a unique case of bilateral ARN caused by VZV associated with alemtuzumab. Any visual loss in MS patients under biologic therapy should not be underestimated, performing an accurate differential diagnosis with optic neuritis.
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- Matteo Menean
- Department of Ophthalmology, Scientific Institute San Raffaele, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Scientific Institute San Raffaele, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Scientific Institute San Raffaele, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Scientific Institute San Raffaele, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Scientific Institute San Raffaele, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Scientific Institute San Raffaele, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Scientific Institute San Raffaele, University Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study was to examine the aetiology, investigation and management of ophthalmia neonatorum (ON) presenting to a tertiary referral children's hospital over 5 years. METHODS The eye swab data of all neonates presenting to Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street (Dublin, Ireland) between 1st January 2013 and 3rd September 2018 was analysed. The medical records of all patients with positive eye swab results were retrospectively reviewed. RESULTS A total of 157 neonates had positive eye swab results. 54 cases were identified as ON. Chlamydia trachomatis (20.4%) was the most common organism identified, followed by Staphylococcus aureus (18.5%), Haemophilus influenzae (14.8%), Moraxella catarrhalis (7.4%), Streptococcus pneumoniae (5.6%), Escherischia coli (3.7%), Klebsiella pneumoniae (1.9%) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (1.9%). A bacterial culture swab was tested in all cases (100%), a C. trachomatis/N. gonorrhoeae PCR swab in 70.4% and a viral PCR swab in 35.2%. On subanalysis of the cases that had C. trachomatis/N. gonorrhoeae PCR testing, C. trachomatis was responsible for 28.9% of cases. 50% of cases were hospitalised, intravenous antibiotics were administered in 46.3% and macrolide therapy was prescribed in 38.9%. CONCLUSIONS C. trachomatis was the most common cause of ON in this study and may be responsible for an even higher proportion of cases due to incomplete testing. In keeping with studies in different populations, S. aureus, H. influenzae and S. pneumoniae were also common. As a result, an improved management algorithm for cases of ON has been introduced in this centre.
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- David Gildea
- Department of Ophthalmology, Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street, Dublin, Ireland
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- Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street, Dublin, Ireland.,Irish Meningitis and Sepsis Reference Laboratory, Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street, Dublin, Ireland.,Department of Clinical Microbiology, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street, Dublin, Ireland
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Galindo-Ferreiro A, Torres Nieto MA, Ali MJ. Orbital fat necrosis following a revision endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy. Eur J Ophthalmol 2020; 31:NP18-NP21. [PMID: 32486851 DOI: 10.1177/1120672120932087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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INTRODUCTION This report details a case of a preseptal fat necrosis in a 55-year old female, following a revision endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR). CASE DESCRIPTION Upon initial examination, significant right eyelid swelling, tenderness, and pain in the peritrochlear area, was observed. An overlying skin edema was noted in the supero-medial portion of the right upper eyelid. This edema was palpable, firm, and tender. Orbital computed tomography revealed heterogeneous infiltration including an ill-defined margin in the preseptal regions of the clinically evident location. Marked, soft tissue edema and thickening in the inner preseptal area were demonstrated through magnetic resonance images (MRI). An excision biopsy was required as the lesion did not respond to medical treatment. A necrosis of adipose tissue surrounded by abundant foamy macrophages and inflammatory infiltrates, was exposed. CONCLUSION This is an exceptionally rare case of orbital fat necrosis following a DCR. Four possible mechanisms for the development of fat necrosis are discussed.
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- Govindram Seksaria Institute of Dacryology, L.V. Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India
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Sudden and extensive growth of intraocular tumors like retinoblastoma and choroidal melanoma may result in the clinical presentation of sterile or aseptic orbital cellulitis. In such masquerading situations, ocular and orbital imaging plays a significant role. The treatment with steroids may provide a rapid recovery from the aggressive orbital inflammation. However, a high index of suspicion is vital for apt diagnosis and timely management.
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- Aditi Mehta
- Department of Ophthalmology, Advanced Eye Centre, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Advanced Eye Centre, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Histopathology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Histopathology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Advanced Eye Centre, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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