Systemic lupus erythematosus retinopathy in a 32-year-old female: Report of a case

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is rare in India with a prevalence of 3 in 100,000.[1] SLE retinopathy is second most common ocular manifestation after keratoconjunctivitis sicca and a major vision-threatening complication of SLE with an incidence of upto 29% in patients with systemic active disease.[2] We present this photo essay to illustrate the classic features of SLE retinopathy and the co-ordinated role of Ophthalmologist (including sub-specialties) with Physicians (Rheumatologist and/or Dermatologist) in managing these multi-system and multi-organ autoimmune disorders.