Neuroretinitis as an initial presentation of lupus-like illness with antiphospholipid syndrome

Lupus. 2010 Dec;19(14):1662-4. doi: 10.1177/0961203310377220. Epub 2010 Aug 11.

Abstract

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a systemic autoimmune disorder characterized by arterial and/or venous thrombosis, recurrent fetal losses or other pregnancy complications, and the presence of antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL). Ocular manifestations occur in 8-88% of patients with APS and are typically due to vaso-occlusive disease involving retinal and choroidal vessels. We report an unusual case of neuroretinitis as a first presentation of lupus-like illness with APS.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Antiphospholipid Syndrome / complications*
  • Antiphospholipid Syndrome / diagnosis
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / diagnosis
  • Retinitis / diagnosis
  • Retinitis / etiology*