Corticosteroid-induced modulation of acute syphilitic posterior placoid chorioretinitis - 26/08/11
Abstract |
Purpose |
To report a case of corticosteroid-induced modulation of acute syphilitic posterior placoid chorioretinitis.
Design |
Interventional case report.
Methods |
A 38-year-old homosexual male who presented with a unilateral uveitis secondary to syphilis developed large placoid macular lesions after treatment with oral prednisone that resolved when the corticosteroids were discontinued.
Results |
A cause-and-effect relationship was demonstrated between oral prednisone and the appearance of acute syphilitic posterior placoid chorioretinitis.
Conclusion |
The clinical appearance of posterior placoid chorioretinitis in syphilis may be modulated by the immune status of the patient.
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Vol 135 - N° 6
P. 891-894 - juin 2003 Retour au numéro
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