Bacillary Layer Detachment Associated With Endogenous Fungal Endophthalmitis

J Vitreoretin Dis. 2022 Jul 20;6(4):316-319. doi: 10.1177/24741264221101224. eCollection 2022 Jul-Aug.

Abstract

Purpose: To recognize the novel finding of a bacillary layer detachment (BALAD) secondary to endogenous fungal endophthalmitis. Methods: Chart review, literature review. Results: BALAD is a recently described condition in which the photoreceptor layer splits at the level of the inner segment myoid. We describe a case of BALAD associated with endogenous fungal endophthalmitis and subsequent development of choroidal neovascularization, although it is unclear if BALAD contributed to neovessel formation. Conclusions: BALAD is generally seen in the setting of inflammatory or infectious retinal diseases. This is the first report of BALAD secondary to endogenous fungal endophthalmitis.

Keywords: BALAD; bacillary layer detachment; chorioretinitis; choroidal neovascularization; endophthalmitis; exudative retinal detachment; fungal disease.

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  • Case Reports