AI Article Synopsis
- Diffuse unilateral subacute neuroretinitis (DUSN) poses challenges in diagnosis and treatment.
- Early intervention with laser photocoagulation is recommended for effectively removing the subretinal worm.
- A case study highlights a middle-aged man who underwent two laser sessions to fully treat a subretinal macular worm, resulting in improved vision.
Article Abstract
Diffuse unilateral subacute neuroretinitis (DUSN) can be a diagnostic dilemma. Laser photocoagulation of the subretinal worm is an effective treatment for eradication. Early laser photocoagulation has been advocated. We report a case of a middle aged man who presented with decreased vision and a sub retinal macular worm that required two laser sessions for complete eradication of the worm.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2892138 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/0974-9233.63072 | DOI Listing |
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