Subretinal nematode. An unusual etiology for uveitis and retinal detachment
Goodart, R.A.; Riekhof, F.T.; Beaver, P.C.
Retina 5(2): 87-90
1985
ISSN/ISBN: 0275-004X PMID: 4048662 Document Number: 246422
The case presented represents the first known infection of human ocular tissue by Porrocaecum or Hexametra. Described are the presenting symptoms and medical and surgical management, including pars plana vitrectomy, retinotomy, and air-fluid exchange to salvage the eye.
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