Ronald C. Gentile, MD » Toxoplasmosis Chorioretinitis Case 1

  • Toxoplasmosis Slide 1

    Oct 22 2012 by Ronald C. Gentile, MD

    Focal, white area of chorioretinitis with overlying vitreous inflammation adjacent to an old chorioretinal scar in a patient complaining of photophobia, floaters and a decrease in vision of the right eye. The focal area of chorioretinitis is involving the inferior nasal macula and adjacent optic nerve with surrounding retinal and peri-papillary edema.

    Photographer: The New York Eye & Ear Infirmary Department of Medical Imaging

    Condition/keywords: posterior uveitis, toxoplasmosis

  • Toxoplasmosis Slide 2

    Oct 22 2012 by Ronald C. Gentile, MD

    One month following treatment with Bactrim, Clindamycin, and oral prednisone the focal area chorioretinitis has coalesced with a decrease in overlying vitreous inflammation. Kyrieleis plaques can be seen along the inferior retinal arteriole.

    Photographer: The New York Eye & Ear Infirmary Department of Medical Imaging

    Condition/keywords: posterior uveitis, toxoplasmosis