Choroidal granuloma resolution with tuberculosis treatment
American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports, vol.20, 2020 (Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 20
- Publication Date: 2020
- Doi Number: 10.1016/j.ajoc.2020.100969
- Journal Name: American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports
- Journal Indexes: Scopus
- Keywords: Ocular tuberculosis, Uveitis
- Lokman Hekim University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Purpose: To report a case of presumed ocular tuberculosis, successfully treated with anti-tubercular therapy alone. Observations: Resolution of a presumed tubercular choroidal granuloma occurred after initiation of 4-drug anti-tubercular therapy, without any adjunct corticosteroid treatment. Conclusions: Though corticosteroids are commonly used as adjunctive treatment for ocular tuberculosis, treatment with anti-tubercular therapy alone is possible in select patients with close follow-up.