Publications by authors named "Arnes Cabric"

Background: Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a set of inherited rod-cone degenerative diseases that clinically presents with similar signs and symptoms. Mutations in one of more than 70 genes are involved. Patients will commonly present with bone-spicule pigment formation, waxy optic nerve pallor, and attenuated blood vessels in the posterior pole.

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Background: Fuchs heterochromic iridocyclitis is a chronic, unilateral iridocyclitis characterized by iris heterochromia. The gradual progression of the disease leads to the development of cataracts, glaucoma, and, occasionally, vitreous infiltration. The trigger for inflammation of the iris and ciliary body is still unknown.

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Background: Malignant hypertension is a condition characterized by severe hypertension and multiorganic ischemic complications. The underlying cause of malignant hypertension can be primary or secondary hypertension, and identification of the cause is mandatory to select the correct treatment to control blood pressure and reduce end-organ damage. Hypertensive retinopathy is a disease that has short-term and long-term consequences for the overall health and mortality of patients.

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  • Behcet's Disease (BD) is a chronic inflammatory condition that can lead to serious eye issues and often requires multiple treatments, including immunosuppressive therapies and biologic agents like adalimumab.
  • A case involving a 15-year-old girl with recurrent uveitis due to incomplete Behcet's disease showed that she had not responded to various treatments before starting adalimumab.
  • The treatment was successful in controlling her inflammation without the need for additional corticosteroids, reducing the risk of complications and preserving her vision.
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Introduction: Anophthalmia is congenital absence of the eyes; it may be unilateral or bilateral. Though rare, it occurs worldwide. It usually occurs in association with other systemic malformations.

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