Mycosis Fungoides: Analysis of Ophthalmologic Findings in a Series of Cases

Background. Ophthalmic findings in mycosis fungoides (MF) can be highly variable. It seems that the prevalence of ophthalmic findings could be much more common than previously assumed. Objective. To present case series examined in the last 12 months, together with a literature review. Methods. Sympt...

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Main Authors: Carina G. Colossi, Juliano Mondadori, Pedro K. M. Barreto, Felipe M. Valença, Rodrigo Duquia, Manuel A. P. Vilela
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Language:English
Published: Wiley 2019-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2019/2380598
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author Carina G. Colossi
Juliano Mondadori
Pedro K. M. Barreto
Felipe M. Valença
Rodrigo Duquia
Manuel A. P. Vilela
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Juliano Mondadori
Pedro K. M. Barreto
Felipe M. Valença
Rodrigo Duquia
Manuel A. P. Vilela
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description Background. Ophthalmic findings in mycosis fungoides (MF) can be highly variable. It seems that the prevalence of ophthalmic findings could be much more common than previously assumed. Objective. To present case series examined in the last 12 months, together with a literature review. Methods. Symptomatic patients with biopsy-proven mycosis fungoides were examined ophthalmologically in a 12-month period. The medical records of affected patients were reviewed. Results. Eight patients were examined. Of these, 75% were male, all were Caucasian, and average age was 58.2 years. Blepharitis (50.0%), thickened eyelids (37.5%), and flaking (25.0%) were the most prevalent findings. Conclusion. Incidence of MF affecting the eyes and surrounding structures may be greater than estimated. Early case management offers means to reduce difficulties experienced with later diagnosis. Regular monitoring by an ophthalmologist is justified, including that of asymptomatic cases.
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spelling doaj-art-0dadfaca906341cea56dd449c80c48912025-08-20T03:54:24ZengWileyCase Reports in Dermatological Medicine2090-64632090-64712019-01-01201910.1155/2019/23805982380598Mycosis Fungoides: Analysis of Ophthalmologic Findings in a Series of CasesCarina G. Colossi0Juliano Mondadori1Pedro K. M. Barreto2Felipe M. Valença3Rodrigo Duquia4Manuel A. P. Vilela5Institute of Cardiology/University Cardiology Foundation and Post-Graduation Program, Ivo Corrêa-Meyer Institute of Ophthalmology, Porto Alegre-RS, BrazilFederal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre, BrazilFederal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre, BrazilFederal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre, BrazilFederal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre, BrazilInstitute of Cardiology/University Cardiology Foundation and Post-Graduation Program, Ivo Corrêa-Meyer Institute of Ophthalmology, Porto Alegre-RS, BrazilBackground. Ophthalmic findings in mycosis fungoides (MF) can be highly variable. It seems that the prevalence of ophthalmic findings could be much more common than previously assumed. Objective. To present case series examined in the last 12 months, together with a literature review. Methods. Symptomatic patients with biopsy-proven mycosis fungoides were examined ophthalmologically in a 12-month period. The medical records of affected patients were reviewed. Results. Eight patients were examined. Of these, 75% were male, all were Caucasian, and average age was 58.2 years. Blepharitis (50.0%), thickened eyelids (37.5%), and flaking (25.0%) were the most prevalent findings. Conclusion. Incidence of MF affecting the eyes and surrounding structures may be greater than estimated. Early case management offers means to reduce difficulties experienced with later diagnosis. Regular monitoring by an ophthalmologist is justified, including that of asymptomatic cases.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2019/2380598
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Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine
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