Vasculitis and Cogan's syndrome.
Cogan's syndrome is a rare syndrome manifested by nonsyphilitic interstitial keratitis and audiovestibular symptoms including hearing loss, tinnitus, and vertigo. Systemic manifestations may occur. Systemic vasculitis and aortic insufficiency secondary to aortitis and valvulitis are two of the most serious manifestations.
Mayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota.
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D001022:Aortic Valve Insufficiency / Q000209:etiology; D006311:Hearing Disorders / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D007634:Keratitis / Q000150:complications*; D013577:Syndrome; D014657:Vasculitis / Q000150:complications*