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Uveitis and retinal vasculitis associated with varicella-zoster virus: a case study and review of existing literature on vitrectomy management

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  • Jingjing Tian

  • Yuze Jiang

  • Nannan Ye

  • Yankun Zhang

  • March 9, 2026

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    Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV) can cause uveitis and retinal vasculitis, particularly affecting patients with weakened immune systems.

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    The case study highlights a 74-year-old male with VZV-induced uveitis diagnosed through metagenomic next-generation sequencing.

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    Timely vitrectomy was performed, successfully preserving the patient's vision despite severe ocular complications.

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    Postoperative treatment included intravitreal ganciclovir and oral valacyclovir, leading to significant improvement in visual acuity.

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    The study emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and intervention in preventing blindness from VZV-related ocular complications.

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Uveitis and retinal vasculitis associated with varicella-zoster virus: a case study and review of existing literature on vitrectomy management

  • by Jingjing Tian, Yuze Jiang, Nannan Ye, Yankun Zhang

  • March 9, 2026

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