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A Case of Tuberculous Choroidal Abscess
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Ocular tuberculosis is an extrapulmonary form of TB. It can have a variable presentation depending on the site and severity of infection. We report a case of tuberculous choroidal abscess which presented with subretinal lesion with lifting of vessels was seen along with a choroiditis patch. Based on positive Mantoux, fundus examination and fundus fluorescence angiography findings along with chest physician opinion, a diagnosis of choroidal abscess of presumed tubercular etiology was made. The patient was successfully treated with anti-tubercular therapy. This case is reported to emphasize the importance of early detection and management of ocular tuberculosis as it aids in lesser ocular morbidity and visual impairment.
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