Background: Ocular tuberculosis (TB) is a rare manifestation of extrapulmonary
tuberculosis that can involve any ocular structure, leading to significant
morbidity if not diagnosed and treated early.
Case Presentation: We report a case of a 42-year-old woman presenting with granulomatous
anterior uveitis and choroidal tubercles without systemic TB evidence. Diagnosis
was supported by positive Mantoux test, interferon-gamma release assay, ocular
imaging findings, and clinical response to anti-tubercular therapy. The patient
was successfully treated with a standard six-month anti-TB regimen and
adjunctive corticosteroids, leading to complete resolution of ocular lesions
and restoration of vision.
Conclusion: Ocular TB remains a diagnostic challenge and demands a high index of
suspicion, especially in TB-endemic areas. Early recognition, appropriate
anti-tubercular therapy, and multidisciplinary care are critical to prevent
irreversible vision loss.
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