Anterior uveitis by subconjunctival filariasis

Abstract

Introduction: Loa loa is a filaria with tropism by the eyeball. It is common in central and western Africa and with the global migration it is observed in other countries in different regions of the world. Clinical case: a patient with clinical symptoms characterized by allergic symptoms, pain and sudden visual loss. The ophthalmological examination revealed the existence of an atypical picture of anterior and posterior uveal inflammation with the presence of a nematode as a possible etiological agent. Medical and surgical treatment was instituted and a pathological study was performed. Conclusions: after the medical and surgical treatment a clinical improvement of the case was achieved.

Keywords

• UVEÍTIS ANTERIOR
• FILARIASIS
• PARÁSITOS.