Evaluation of posterior segment manifestations following typhoid fever-a clinical study
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
Aim To describe fundus manifestations following typhoid fever and their response to systemic steroidsMaterials and Methods A retrospective study was done on 14 patients during April 2015Feb 2016 presenting with complaints of diminution of vision with history of typhoid fever 46 weeks ago All patients underwent a detailed ophthalmic evaluation OCT and FFA were done when considered relevant TCDCESR HIV and Widal tests were done Oral prednisolone 1mgkgday was given and tapered over a period of 6 weeksResults 21 eyes of 14 patients presenting with visual complaints following typhoid fever were studied At presentation vision was Conclusion Even though a less documented entity one can encounter noninfectious immune mediated retinitis after typhoid fever This study highlights the need for a high index of suspicion to diagnose this condition and early institution of steroids for better visual outcomeKeywords Steroids Postfebrile neuroretinitis Typhoid Posttyphoid retinitis Widal titres
Authors and Affiliations
Pavana Acharya, Lakshmi Bomalapura Ramamurthy, Kavitha Chikkanayakanahalli Venugopal, Sahana R Manip
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