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Abstract #112468 Published in IGR 24-3
Ocular findings in vitiligo and recommendations for dermatologists
Poondru S; Alvi S; LeWitt TM; Haddadin R; Kundu RVInternational Journal of Dermatology 2023; 62: 1433-1436
Since extracutaneous melanocytes in the eye may also be affected in vitiligo, a systematic review was conducted to explore the ocular manifestations of vitiligo. Studies point to a higher risk of ocular findings in periorbital vitiligo. Dry eye disease is the most reported ocular abnormality in vitiligo. Additionally, several small studies have found potential links to uveitis and glaucoma. Various other chorioretinal pigmentary changes are also reported, but without accompanying functional consequences or changes in vision. Although there is a need for larger studies to further elucidate these associations, dermatologists should be aware of potential ocular comorbidities in vitiligo and refer to ophthalmology accordingly.
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