Ocular Complications Associated With HIV Infection

  • Authors: Patricia Pahk, MD (More Info)
  • Editors in Chief: Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD; Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD
  • Last Reviewed: 4/1/16 (What's New)

Summary

  • Posterior infectious diseases are associated with low CD4+ cell count
    • CMV retinitis usually occurs at counts < 50 cells/mm3
    • Ocular toxoplasmosis usually occurs at counts < 100 cells/mm3
    • Ocular Toxoplasmosis
      Acute Retinal Necrosis
        Choroidal Infections
          Syphilis

          Action required

          Keywords: Ophthalmologic Complications

          ©2020 Clinical Care Options, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

          The materials published via inPractice® reflect the views of the reviewers or authors of the material, not those of Clinical Care Options, LLC, the accredited provider, or the companies providing educational grants. The materials may discuss uses and dosages for therapeutic products that have not been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. A qualified healthcare professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic product discussed. Readers should verify all information and data before treating patients or using any therapies described in these materials.