Corneal Endothelial Cell Loss in Viral Anterior Uveitis
10.52725/aocl.2024.23.4.145
- Author:
In Young CHUNG
1
;
Seong-Jae KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Ophthalmology, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University College of Medicine, Jinju, Korea
- Publication Type:Review Article
- From:
Annals of Optometry and Contact Lens
2024;23(4):145-150
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
Viral anterior uveitis is an inflammatory disease caused by pathogens such as herpes simplex virus (HSV), varicella-zoster virus (VZV), and cytomegalovirus (CMV), often leading to corneal endothelial cell damage. Endothelial cell loss progresses due to various factors, including direct viral infection, immune responses, elevated intraocular pressure, and surgical interventions. These processes can result in corneal edema and vision loss. Accurate diagnosis requires aqueous humor polymerase chain reaction and high-resolution imaging, and the treatment typically involves a combination of antiviral and anti-inflammatory therapies.
