Ocular manifestations of systemic infections.
Systemic infections occasionally present with ocular involvement. Prompt diagnosis and management, aided by an internist, may lead to resolution of the infection without severe ocular sequelae. Recent literature discussing atypical ophthalmic manifestations, treatment options, or transmission risks of the following diseases is reviewed: infection with hepatitis viruses, toxoplasmosis, tuberculosis, bacteremia, and endogenous mycotic endophthalmitis.
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Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.
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D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D009877:Endophthalmitis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007239:Infections / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents