PCR Analysis for Identifying Viral and Parasitic Causes of Anterior Uveitis: A Cross-Sectional Study Conducted in Iran
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By
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Farzan Kianersi
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Fatemeh Dehghan Niri
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Afsaneh Naderi Beni
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Awat Feizi
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Hamidreza Kianersi
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November 24, 2025
Clinical Scorecard: PCR Analysis for Identifying Viral and Parasitic Causes of Anterior Uveitis: A Cross-Sectional Study Conducted in Iran
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | |
| Key Mechanisms | Viral etiologies, particularly Herpes simplex virus (HSV), varicella-zoster virus (VZV), cytomegalovirus (CMV), and Toxoplasma gondii, are key pathogens. |
| Target Population | |
| Care Setting | |
Key Highlights
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
- Initiate antiviral therapy based on PCR results to prevent complications such as glaucoma, specifically mentioning acyclovir for HSV and VZV.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
80 patients with unilateral anterior uveitis.
PCR analysis can guide treatment decisions and improve therapeutic precision.
Clinical Best Practices
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