Hypopyon: Is-it Infective or Noninfective?. (19th May 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ksiaa, Imen; Abroug, Nesrine; Mahmoud, Anis; Ben Amor, Hager; Attia, Sonia; Khochtali, Sana; Khairallah, Moncef
• Is Part Of: Ocular immunology and inflammation. Volume 29:Number 4(2021)
• Page Start: 817
• Page End: 829
• Publication Date: 2021-05-19
• Subjects: Endophthalmitis -- hypopyon -- keratitis -- pseudo-hypopyon -- uveitis; Eye -- Diseases -- Immunological aspects -- Periodicals; Eye -- Inflammation -- Periodicals; 617.7
• DOI: 10.1080/09273948.2021.1922708
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0927-3948

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Hypopyon usually corresponds to the sedimentation of white blood cells, and it signifies severe intraocular inflammation. This key clinical sign may occur in association with a wide variety of infectious, inflammatory, and neoplastic conditions that may be sight- and, occasionally, life-threatening. A careful history and thorough clinical examination are the cornerstones for orienting the differential diagnosis, identifying the causative agent, and initiating prompt and appropriate treatment. This review outlines the clinical characteristics and management of hypopyon in relation with the underlying causative infectious or noninfectious ocular or systemic diseases.