PCR-Confirmed Bilateral Varicella Zoster Virus Anterior Uveitis in an Immunosuppressed Young Adult
Sequential bilateral varicella-zoster virus anterior uveitis in adults is exceedingly rare and usually associated with systemic immunosuppression. PCR confirmation, together with elevated intraocular pressure and iris atrophy, supports the diagnosis and underscores the value of early molecular testing. Prompt systemic antiviral therapy with vigilant control of inflammation and intraocular pressure is essential to preserve vision. Long-term follow-up is crucial to detect intraocular pressure elevation or recurrence at an early stage.
Authors
- Umut Akova (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1768-0503)
- Yonca A. Akova (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0177-9517)
- Derya Göksu Fidan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-6686-9604)
Institutions
- Koç University (TR)
- Emory University (US)
- United Hospital (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Ocular Immunology and Inflammation
- Published
- 2026-01-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1080/09273948.2025.2606821
- Primary Topic
- Ocular Diseases and Behçet’s Syndrome
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00