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Abstract
Purpose: Purtscher-like retinopathy is a rare microvascular occlusive disease that has been reported in few literature especially in pediatric patients. The ocular manifestation is associated with various systemic disorders, though its distinct pathophysiology and appropriate therapies remain unclear. This research presents three cases of Purtscher-like retinopathy secondary to febrile illnesses in pediatric patients.
Methods: Medical history and clinical findings were retrospectively collected.
Results: We report a series of three pediatric patients (age range, 7-13 years) who developed Purtscher-like retinopathy, secondary to febrile illnesses, including systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis, thrombotic microangiopathy, and COVID-19 infection. All patients received steroidal therapy to control underlying conditions and ocular disease, with visual improvement in different degrees.
Conclusions: Clinician awareness of Purtscher-like retinopathy is crucial for the prompt diagnosis and treatment of pediatric patients with protracted high fevers and febrile viral illnesses.
期刊介绍:
Ocular Immunology & Inflammation ranks 18 out of 59 in the Ophthalmology Category.Ocular Immunology and Inflammation is a peer-reviewed, scientific publication that welcomes the submission of original, previously unpublished manuscripts directed to ophthalmologists and vision scientists. Published bimonthly, the journal provides an international medium for basic and clinical research reports on the ocular inflammatory response and its control by the immune system. The journal publishes original research papers, case reports, reviews, letters to the editor, meeting abstracts, and invited editorials.