Abstract | BACKGROUND:
Wegener's granulomatosis is a focal necrotizing granulomatous vasculitis of unknown etiology. It manifests initially as localized inflammation, usually of the lungs, and preceeds to the state of generalisation which can be life-threatening due to renal failure. Ocular and orbital involvement occurs in 28-58% of patients with Wegener's granulomatosis. More often, the anterior segments of the eye are involved whereas inflammation of the posterior segments is quite uncommon. PATIENTS AND METHODS: RESULTS: CONCLUSIONS:
Wegener's granulomatosis can have a poor prognosis if not diagnosed and treated in time. Knowledge of posterior scleritis as a possible presenting symptom may therefore facilitate early diagnosis and treatment and prevent progression of the disease.
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Authors | A B Arnavaz, K Freissler, G E Lang |
Journal | Der Ophthalmologe : Zeitschrift der Deutschen Ophthalmologischen Gesellschaft
(Ophthalmologe)
Vol. 94
Issue 8
Pg. 595-9
(Aug 1997)
ISSN: 0941-293X [Print] Germany |
Vernacular Title | Skleritis posterior bei Morbus Wegener. |
PMID | 9376701
(Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Aged
- Female
- Fluorescein Angiography
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
(diagnosis)
- Humans
- Retinal Detachment
(diagnosis)
- Sclera
(pathology)
- Scleritis
(diagnosis)
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