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Toxoplasma retinochoroiditis in pregnancy: Using current evidence to inform management
Case report
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Authors: Remin Nath, Edward Guy, Anne Morrison, et al
Published Date December 2009
Volume 2009:3 Pages 657 - 662
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.2147/OPTH.S6306
Remin Nath1, Edward Guy2, Anne Morrison1, Simon P Kelly1
1Department of Ophthalmology, Royal Bolton Hospital, Farnworth, Bolton, UK; 2Toxoplasma Reference Laboratory, Singleton Hospital, Sketty, Swansea, UK
Abstract: Toxoplasma retinochoroiditis in pregnancy may create considerable patient anxiety and is a dilemma for the treating ophthalmologist. A case report highlighting this clinical issue is presented followed by a review of the literature. Consensus in relation to the management of toxoplasma retinochoroiditis in pregnancy is lacking and is discussed.
Keywords: toxoplasma, retinochoroiditis, pregnancy
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