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Optic perineuritis as a rare initial presentation of sarcoidosis
Author(s) -
YuWaiMan Patrick,
Crompton Douglas E,
Graham James Y,
Black Fiona M,
Dayan Margaret R
Publication year - 2007
Publication title -
clinical and experimental ophthalmology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.3
H-Index - 74
eISSN - 1442-9071
pISSN - 1442-6404
DOI - 10.1111/j.1442-9071.2007.01539.x
Subject(s) - medicine , sarcoidosis , presentation (obstetrics) , dermatology , ophthalmology , surgery
A bstract Sarcoidosis is a multisystem granulomatous disorder of unknown aetiology and establishing the correct diagnosis can be challenging. Although dysfunction of the anterior visual pathways is uncommon, it is the most common neuro‐ophthalmological manifestation of this condition and given the potential for irreversible, severe visual loss, prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential. We describe a patient with optic perineuritis as a rare initial presentation of sarcoidosis and discuss the underlying pathophysiology and management.