Dengue Fever

Studies from G. Nah and colleagues yield new information about dengue fever

Published in Blood Weekly, January 17th, 2008

"Dengue fever is the most prevalent vector-borne flavivirus infection in humans. its ocular manifestations have only recently been reported with increasing frequency. We present a case of an air force rotary wing pilot who presented with dengue-related maculopathy and decrement in visual function," scientists in Singapore, Singapore report.

"The pilot ultimately recovered full visual function and was returned to full unrestricted flying duties with the proviso of regular ophthalmic monitoring. Dengue-related maculopathy may present with retinal edema, blot hemorrhages, and vasculitis. Less common features include exudative retinal detachment, cotton wool spots, and...

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Source: Blood Weekly (2008-01-17)

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