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VOL. 6, ISSUE 11 (2020)
Ocular manifestations in systemic lupus erythematosus in tertiary care centre of Jharkhand
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Dibya Prabha, Yuvraj Lahre, Lily Kumari, Pawan Kumar
Abstract
Purpose: To study the prevalence of ocular manifestations in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients either related to disease or due to administration of potentially toxic drugs.
Materials and methods: This was a retrospective observational study includes 49 patients of SLE during June 2018 to January 2020. Detailed ocular examinations were done in all patients.
Results: Ocular involvement was seen in 23 patients (46.93%). 14/23 patients (64.28%) had more than a single ocular findings. Most common ocular findings was keratoconjunctivitis sicca followed by reduced visual acuity, scleral changes, conjunctivitis, corneal involvement, episcleritis, cataract, glaucoma, retinopathy respectively.
Conclusion: We found significant number of patients of SLE complaining about ophthalmologic disturbances. Early diagnosis and treatment of disease provide reduction in visual morbidity and mortality.
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Pages:68-69
How to cite this article:
Dibya Prabha, Yuvraj Lahre, Lily Kumari, Pawan Kumar "Ocular manifestations in systemic lupus erythematosus in tertiary care centre of Jharkhand". International Journal of Medical and Health Research, Vol 6, Issue 11, 2020, Pages 68-69
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