Neurobrucellosis Manifesting as an Altitudinal Visual Field Defect
JCPSP-JOURNAL OF THE COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS PAKISTAN, cilt.32, ss.154-156, 2022 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Cilt numarası: 32
- Basım Tarihi: 2022
- Doi Numarası: 10.29271/jcpsp.2022.jcpspcr.cr154
- Dergi Adı: JCPSP-JOURNAL OF THE COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS PAKISTAN
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CAB Abstracts, EMBASE, MEDLINE, Veterinary Science Database
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.154-156
- İstanbul Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease with a wide range of ophthalmic manifestations, including optic neuritis. It is most commonly caused by the consumption of raw or unpasteurised dairy products. We report a case of a 43-year male patient with an altitudinal visual field defect and unilateral optic neuritis caused by Brucella. While his visual acuity improved within 6 months of receiving anti-Brucella therapy and corticosteroid therapy, the altitudinal visual field defect persisted. Brucellosis can affect the central nervous system and eyes, in addition to having systemic manifestations. The ocular involvement of Brucella remains poorly understood. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can prevent serious complications in endemic areas.