| Literature DB >> 21686849 |
Sumona Mukherjee1, Cliff Weir, Harold Hammer.
Abstract
Pseudomyxoma peritonei is a rare malignant growth characterised by the progressive accumulation of mucus-secreting (mucinous) tumour cells within the abdomen and pelvis.1 No previous ophthalmic associations have been reported with this condition. We present a case involving this rare cancer and fungal retinitis. Our patient developed a florid retinitis, which was thought to have a fungal aetiology, most likely because he was immunocompromised. Numerous factors are thought to have contributed to the development of ocular symptoms. He was treated appropriately and recovered his vision well. A holistic, multidisciplinary approach should be adopted when managing these patients.Entities:
Year: 2009 PMID: 21686849 PMCID: PMC3028183 DOI: 10.1136/bcr.06.2008.0345
Source DB: PubMed Journal: BMJ Case Rep ISSN: 1757-790X