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Hypopyon: Is-it Infective or Noninfective?
- Source :
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Ocular Immunology & Inflammation . 2021, Vol. 29 Issue 4, p817-829. 13p. - Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- Hypopyon usually corresponds to the sedimentation of white blood cells, and it signifies severe intraocular inflammation. This key clinical sign may occur in association with a wide variety of infectious, inflammatory, and neoplastic conditions that may be sight- and, occasionally, life-threatening. A careful history and thorough clinical examination are the cornerstones for orienting the differential diagnosis, identifying the causative agent, and initiating prompt and appropriate treatment. This review outlines the clinical characteristics and management of hypopyon in relation with the underlying causative infectious or noninfectious ocular or systemic diseases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *EYE inflammation
*LEUCOCYTES
*SYMPTOMS
*BLOOD sedimentation
*DIFFERENTIAL diagnosis
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09273948
- Volume :
- 29
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Ocular Immunology & Inflammation
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 152759355
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/09273948.2021.1922708