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de A Garcia, C. A., Gomes, A. H. B., de A Garcia Filho, C. A., Vianna, R. N. G. |
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Eye; Jun2004, Vol. 18 Issue 6, p624-627, 4p |
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PURPOSE:: To evaluate the visual outcome after direct laser photocoagulation of the worm in patients with early-stage diffuse unilateral subacute neuroretinitis (DUSN). METHODS:: We report on four patients with DUSN diagnosed in its early stage, in whom the worm was identified and destroyed by laser photocoagulation. RESULTS:: In all the four cases, resolution of the inflammatory multifocal lesions was achieved within 1 month of treatment. After that period and during follow-up (mean 11.5 months), visual acuity improved in three eyes and remained unchanged in one eye. CONCLUSION:: The diagnosis of DUSN in its early stage followed by prompt location and destruction of the worm by photocoagulation may improve vision of affected patients.Eye (2004) 18, 624-627. doi:10.1038/sj.eye.6700742 Published online 9 January 2004 [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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