Diffuse conjunctival calcinosis in hyperparathyroidism and end stage renal failure
- VernacularTitle:甲状旁腺机能低下和肾功能衰竭晚期并发弥漫性结膜钙质沉着征
- Author:
Norlaili MUSTAFA
;
Rohana Abd RASHID
;
Nik Azlan Nik ZAID
;
Zunaina EMBONG
;
Shatriah IBRAHIM
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
conjunctival calcinosis;
renal failure;
hyperparathyroidism
- From:
International Eye Science
2008;8(1):23-25
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
AIM: To describe a case of diffuse conjunctival calcinosis in hyperpararthyroidism and end stage renal failure patient.METHODS: A case report.RESULTS: A 35-year-old gentleman, known case of hyperparathyroidism with subtotal parathyroidectomy done and end stage renal failure, presented with one month history of foreign body sensation of both eyes associated with redness and tearing. On examination, vision was 6/6 OU with diffuse conjunctival deposits and congestion. Conjunctival histopathological examination showed multiple foci of calcium deposits in the subepithelial stroma. Serum calcium was markedly raised and serum phosphorus was normal. His eye symptoms was reduced with topical steroid (betamethasone) and intramuscular calcitonin. CONCLUSION: Diffuse and symptomatic conjunctival calcinosis is uncommon condition of ocular calcium deposition. Hyperparathyroidism and renal failure are the contributing factors for the development of it.
