Recurrent nodular scleritis associated with varicella zoster virus.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
To describe a case of recurrent nodular scleritis that was apparently caused by reactivation of a varicella zoster virus infection. Case report. Immunohistochemistry and polymerase chain reaction were used to detect viral antigen and DNA in the biopsy specimen of inflamed sclera of a patient with a history of recurrent nodular scleritis.
Medical subject headings
- Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus
- Herpesvirus 3, Human
- Scleritis