An unusual occurrence of stromal keratitis in dengue fever

Dengue is a mosquito-borne infection endemic in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Classic dengue fever is a self-limiting, influenza-like illness transmitted by Aedes aegypti mosquito. Ophthalmic manifestations though rare can involve both the anterior and posterior segments and are usually associated with the thrombocytopenic state. However, ophthalmic complications such as anterior uveitis and vasculitis suggest immune-mediated pathogenesis. Herein, we report a rare case of stromal keratitis and an unusual occurrence of simultaneous bilateral blindness following dengue fever in a young girl.

Keywords

Anterior uveitis, dengue fever, retinal detachment, stromal keratitis, vitreous hemorrhage

Citation

Bawankar P, Lahane T, Parekh R, Lahane S, Lahane S, Pathak P, Sonawane S. An unusual occurrence of stromal keratitis in dengue fever. Indian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2018 Nov; 66(11): 1631-1633

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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/196979

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Indian Journal of Ophthalmology

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