Urate deposition in the iris and anterior chamber.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
To report on a patient with clear gelatinoid deposits on the iris and in the anterior chamber (AC). Observational case report. Examination of AC aspirate and iris and conjunctival biopsies by light and transmission electron microscopy. Clinical and histopathological findings. Analysis of the aqueous humor and iris ultrastructure disclosed the presence of urate deposits. Urate deposition in the iris and anterior chamber rarely occurs.
Medical subject headings
- Anterior Chamber
- Gout
- Iris
- Uric Acid