Abstract
3/2005
vol. 107
Original paper
Dry eye syndrome and cataract as ocular manifestations of Crohn’s disease
- Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology Medical University of Bialystok, Poland
- III Department of Childhood Diseases Medical University of Bialystok, Poland
Klinika Oczna 2005, 107(7-9): 509-510
Online publish date: 2005/09/22
Introduction
Crohn's disease is disorder classified under inflammatory bowel disease. Apart from the classic features of the inflamed bowel, patients may develop widespread systemic manifestations, including ocular changes. The authors present a case of ocular complaints in patient with Crohn's disease.
Material and methods
Case report of 11-year-old girl with Crohn's disease. We perform complete ophthalmologic examination and dry eye syndrome tests.
Results
A female patient with symptoms of dry eye syndrome and cataract in the both eyes was reported.
Conclusions
Crohn's disease may be associated with ocular findings, such dry eye syndrome and cataract. Evaluation of the eye should be a routine component in the care of patients with Crohn's disease.
Keywords
Crohn’s disease, dry eye, cataract
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