Retinal haemorrhage in infants with pertussis
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DOI: 10.1136/archdischild-2017-313380
Abstract: Aims It has been hypothesised that paroxysmal coughing in infantile pertussis (whooping cough) could produce retinal haemorrhages identical to those seen in abusive head trauma. We aimed to test this hypothesis. Methods This is a… read more here.
Keywords: infants pertussis; retinal haemorrhages; ophthalmology; retinal haemorrhage ... See more keywords
Retinal haemorrhages: a clue to the underlying leukaemia
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2017-219741
Abstract: A 40-year-old man presented with a sudden onset of diminution of vision in his left eye for 2 days. Anterior segment of both eyes was within normal limits. Right eye retinal evaluation was normal. However,… read more here.
Keywords: clue underlying; retinal haemorrhages; underlying leukaemia; haemorrhages clue ... See more keywords
Case of unilateral anaemic retinopathy unmasking colorectal carcinoma
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2021-248029
Abstract: Anaemic retinopathy presents commonly with bilateral retinal haemorrhages and soft exudates. Unilateral optic disc oedema in these patients has rarely been mentioned. We report a case of an atypical presentation of anaemic retinopathy with recurrent… read more here.
Keywords: retinal haemorrhages; disc oedema; anaemic retinopathy; optic disc ... See more keywords
Prospective observational study of universal newborn eye screening in a hospital and community setting in New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjpo-2018-000376
Abstract: Objective Early detection of ocular abnormalities in newborn infants is essential for timely diagnosis and treatment. This study aimed to assess wide-field digital imaging for universal newborn eye screening (UNES) to determine the prevalence of… read more here.
Keywords: new zealand; ocular abnormalities; retinal haemorrhages; universal newborn ... See more keywords