Ronald C. Gentile, MD » Ocular Toxocariasis case 1

Oct 22 2012 by Ronald C. Gentile, MD

40-year-old man from South America was referred for a peripheral retinal scar in his left eye. He had a history of conjunctivitis as a child with exposure to multiple pets (cats and dogs). Fundus photo revealed a peripheral scarred sub-retinal granuloma located superior nasal with a retinal fold and traction extending to the optic nerve.

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

Condition/keywords: toxocariasis

Oct 22 2012 by Ronald C. Gentile, MD

The fold of the retina was dry and cord like.

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

Condition/keywords: ocular toxoplasmosis

Oct 22 2012 by Ronald C. Gentile, MD

The sub-retinal scarred granuloma was white in color and elevated. It had pigment speckling around it. Serum testing was positive for past exposure to Toxocara canis.

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

Condition/keywords: toxocariasis