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  1. Article: Prevalences of Other Non-Thyroid Autoimmune Diseases and Factor Associated with Their Presence in Ocular Myasthenia Gravis.

    Anutraungkool, Thanathon / Padungkiatsagul, Tanyatuth / Jindahra, Panitha / Vanikieti, Kavin

    Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)

    2024  Volume 18, Page(s) 1125–1132

    Abstract: Purpose: To report the prevalences of other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases and identify factors associated with their presence in ocular myasthenia gravis (OMG) subjects.: Subjects and methods: A total of 208 subjects with OMG diagnosis were ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To report the prevalences of other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases and identify factors associated with their presence in ocular myasthenia gravis (OMG) subjects.
    Subjects and methods: A total of 208 subjects with OMG diagnosis were included. Demographic data, clinical characteristics, the ice-pack test, the acetylcholine receptor (AChR) antibody test, electrophysiology tests (single-fiber electromyography and repetitive nerve stimulation), the presence of thymoma, generalized myasthenia gravis conversion, and the presence of other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases (defined as the presence of at least one other non-thyroid autoimmune disease) were retrospectively reviewed. Factors associated with the presence of other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases were analyzed by univariate and multivariate logistic regression.
    Results: Of the total 208 subjects, 21 (10.10%) exhibited the presence of other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases (19 subjects (9.14%) and 2 subjects (0.96%) had one and two other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases, respectively), and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) was diagnosed in 9 subjects, followed by Sjogren's syndrome (7 subjects), rheumatoid arthritis (6 subjects), and ankylosing spondylitis (1 subject). Therefore, the prevalences of SLE, Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis in OMG subjects were estimated to be 4.33% (95% confidence interval (CI): 2.29-8.02%), 3.37% (95% CI: 1.64-6.79%), 2.88% (95% CI: 1.33-6.14%), and 0.48% (95% CI: 0.08-2.67%), respectively. Positivity of the AChR antibody was the only significant factor associated with the presence of other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases (odds ratio 4.10, 95% CI: 1.11-15.21,
    Conclusions: The presence of other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases was found in approximately 10% of OMG patients, with SLE displaying the highest prevalence. We recommend screening and monitoring for other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases in OMG patients, particularly those with positivity of the AChR antibody.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-25
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1177-5467
    ISSN 1177-5467
    DOI 10.2147/OPTH.S458979
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  2. Article: Significance of Acetylcholine Receptor Antibody Titers in Acetylcholine Receptor Antibody-Positive Ocular Myasthenia Gravis: Generalization and Presence of Thyroid Autoimmune Antibodies and Thymoma.

    Supawongwattana, Montana / Vanikieti, Kavin / Jindahra, Panitha / Padungkiatsagul, Tanyatuth

    Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)

    2023  Volume 17, Page(s) 649–656

    Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the association in acetylcholine receptor (AChR) antibody-positive ocular myasthenia gravis (OMG) subjects between AChR antibody titers and conversion to generalized myasthenia gravis (GMG), the presence of thyroid autoimmune ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To evaluate the association in acetylcholine receptor (AChR) antibody-positive ocular myasthenia gravis (OMG) subjects between AChR antibody titers and conversion to generalized myasthenia gravis (GMG), the presence of thyroid autoimmune antibodies, and the presence of thymoma.
    Subjects and methods: A total of 118 subjects with AChR antibody-positive OMG were included. Demographic data, clinical characteristics, serology tests, presence of thymoma, treatment, and conversion to GMG were retrospectively reviewed. The presence of thyroid autoimmune antibodies was defined as the presence of at least one of the following: (1) thyroid peroxidase antibody; (2) thyroglobulin antibody; (3) thyroid-stimulating hormone receptor antibody. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used as methods of evaluating association.
    Results: AChR antibody titers were determined in all subjects with a median of 3.33 (0.46-141.09) nmol/L. The median follow-up period was 14.5 (3-113) months. At the final follow-up time-point, 99 subjects (83.90%) remained with a diagnosis of pure OMG, while 19 subjects (16.10%) had converted to GMG. An AChR antibody titer ≥8.11 nmol/L was associated with the conversion to GMG (odds ratio (OR) 3.66, 95% CI: 1.19-11.26;
    Conclusion: AChR antibody titers should be considered in AChR antibody-positive OMG patients. Those with AChR antibody titers ≥8.11 nmol/L, who are at a greater risk of conversion to GMG, should be closely monitored and encouraged to be aware of early clinical signs of life-threatening GMG. In addition, serum thyroid autoimmune antibodies and thoracic CT screening for thymoma should be performed in AChR antibody-positive OMG patients, particularly in those with AChR antibody titers ≥2.81 nmol/L and ≥15.12 nmol/L, respectively.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-02-27
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1177-5467
    ISSN 1177-5467
    DOI 10.2147/OPTH.S402181
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  3. Article ; Online: Diagnostic value of contrast-enhanced 3D FLAIR sequence in acute optic neuritis.

    Panyaping, Theeraphol / Tunlayadechanont, Padcha / Jindahra, Panitha / Cheecharoen, Piyaphon

    The neuroradiology journal

    2023  Volume 36, Issue 6, Page(s) 674–679

    Abstract: Purpose: Contrast-enhanced fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR) sequence of the brain has the potential for detecting optic nerve abnormality. This study aimed to compare the diagnostic value of whole-brain contrast-enhanced three-dimensional ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: Contrast-enhanced fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR) sequence of the brain has the potential for detecting optic nerve abnormality. This study aimed to compare the diagnostic value of whole-brain contrast-enhanced three-dimensional FLAIR with fat suppression (CE 3D FLAIR FS) sequence in detecting acute optic neuritis to dedicated orbit MRI and clinical diagnosis.
    Materials and methods: Twenty-two patients with acute optic neuritis who underwent whole-brain CE-3D-FLAIR FS and dedicated orbit MRI were retrospectively included. The hypersignal FLAIR of the optic nerve on whole-brain CE-3D-FLAIR FS, enhancement, and hypersignal T2W on orbit images were assessed. The optic nerve to frontal white matter signal intensity ratio on CE-FLAIR FS was calculated as maximum signal intensity ratio (SIR) and mean SIR.
    Results: Twenty-six hypersignals of optic nerves were found on CE-FLAIR FS from 30 pathologic nerves. The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV), and accuracy of CE FLAIR FS brain and dedicated orbital images for diagnosing acute optic neuritis were 77%, 93%, 96%, 65%, and 82% and 83%, 93%, 96%, 72%, and 86%, respectively. Optic nerve to frontal white matter SIR of the affected optic nerves was higher than that of normal optic nerves. Using a cutoff maximum SIR of 1.24 and cutoff mean SIR of 1.16, the sensitivity, specificity, PPV, NPV, and accuracy were 93%, 86%, 93%, 80%, and 89% and 93%, 86%, 93%, 86%, and 91%, respectively.
    Conclusion: The hypersignal of the optic nerve on whole-brain CE 3D FLAIR FS sequence has qualitative and quantitative diagnostic potential in patients with acute optic neuritis.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Retrospective Studies ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods ; Optic Neuritis/diagnostic imaging ; Optic Nerve ; Predictive Value of Tests ; Contrast Media
    Chemical Substances Contrast Media
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2257770-1
    ISSN 2385-1996 ; 1971-4009 ; 1120-9976
    ISSN (online) 2385-1996
    ISSN 1971-4009 ; 1120-9976
    DOI 10.1177/19714009231177360
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  4. Article ; Online: Differentiation between aggressive and benign intracranial non-cavernous dural arteriovenous fistulas using cortical venous reflux on susceptibility weighted images.

    Tritanon, Oranan / Khunvutthidee, Sirirat / Kobkitsuksakul, Chai / Jindahra, Panitha / Panyaping, Theeraphol

    European journal of radiology

    2023  Volume 162, Page(s) 110800

    Abstract: Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the ability of susceptibility-weighted imaging (SWI) to detect cortical venous reflux (CVR) in patients with intracranial non-cavernous dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs), which can be helpful to differentiate ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the ability of susceptibility-weighted imaging (SWI) to detect cortical venous reflux (CVR) in patients with intracranial non-cavernous dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs), which can be helpful to differentiate benign and aggressive DAVFs.
    Material and methods: Twenty-seven patients (8 women and 19 men) with 33 non-cavernous DAVFs were divided into benign and aggressive groups. Presence of CVR and pseudophlebitic pattern (PPP) and location of fistula on SWI were determined. Digital subtraction angiography was used as the reference standard. Interobserver agreement for the presence of CVR and PPP and location of DAVF on SWI was evaluated using the kappa statistic. Statistical comparisons between the benign and aggressive DAVFs were performed.
    Results: Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value of SWI for detecting CVR was 73.7%, 85.7%, 87.5%, and 70.6%, respectively. Corresponding values for detecting PPP were 95.2%, 83.3%, 95.2%, and 83.3%, respectively. SWI correctly identified DAVF location in 78.9%. Prevalence rates of CVR and PPP on SWI were significantly higher in aggressive DAVFs than benign ones.
    Conclusion: SWI exhibited high sensitivity and specificity for detection of CVR, a characteristic used to differentiate benign and aggressive lesions. CVR and PPP on SWI are signs of aggressive DAVFs that guide to perform angiography confirmation and prompt treatment to avoid serious complication.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; Female ; Magnetic Resonance Imaging/methods ; Central Nervous System Vascular Malformations/diagnostic imaging ; Veins ; Angiography, Digital Subtraction ; Predictive Value of Tests ; Retrospective Studies
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-26
    Publishing country Ireland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 138815-0
    ISSN 1872-7727 ; 0720-048X
    ISSN (online) 1872-7727
    ISSN 0720-048X
    DOI 10.1016/j.ejrad.2023.110800
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  5. Article: Serum Vitamin D Levels and Status in Thai Optic Neuritis Subjects: A Case-Control Study.

    Puangsricharoen, Busayanut / Vanikieti, Kavin / Jindahra, Panitha / Padungkiatsagul, Tanyatuth

    Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)

    2022  Volume 16, Page(s) 3381–3389

    Abstract: Objective: To measure serum total vitamin D or 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels and status in immune-based optic neuritis (ON) including neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD)-ON, myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To measure serum total vitamin D or 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels and status in immune-based optic neuritis (ON) including neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD)-ON, myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease (MOGAD)-ON, autoimmune-ON, and idiopathic-ON and compare them with age- and sex-matched healthy controls. The secondary objective was to analyze the association between serum 25(OH)D levels and ON attack severity (nadir best-corrected visual acuity; nadir BCVA).
    Materials and methods: This was a single-center, case-control study. We enrolled 59 subjects (19 NMOSD-ON, 6 MOGAD-ON, 11 autoimmune-ON, 23 idiopathic-ON) diagnosed with acute immune-based ON (any ON attacks) over 11 years. Electronic medical records were reviewed and demographic data (age at sampling, sex, aquaporin-4 immunoglobulin (AQP4-IgG); myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein immunoglobulin G (MOG-IgG); other biomarkers of autoimmune disorders), ON attack severity (nadir BCVA), and serum 25(OH)D levels in the acute phase of ON were collected. Serum 25(OH)D levels of 236 age- and sex-matched healthy controls were assessed.
    Results: Mean serum 25(OH)D levels were significantly lower in each group of immune-based ON compared with healthy controls (
    Conclusions: Thai immune-based ON subjects had lower serum 25(OH)D levels and higher prevalence of vitamin D insufficiency and vitamin D deficiency compared with age- and sex-matched healthy controls. Serum 25(OH)D levels were not associated with ON attack severity (nadir BCVA). We highly recommend that serum 25(OH)D levels be screened in all subjects with acute immune-based ON.
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    Publishing date 2022-10-12
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1177-5467
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    DOI 10.2147/OPTH.S383703
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  6. Article: Bilateral Posterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy Due to Bilateral Anterior-Drainage Dural Carotid-Cavernous Fistulas: A Case Report.

    Thammakumpee, Kanyarat / Padungkiatsagul, Tanyatuth / Putthirangsiwong, Bunyada / Chokthaweesak, Weerawan / Jindahra, Panitha / Kobkitsuksakul, Chai / Vanikieti, Kavin

    International medical case reports journal

    2023  Volume 16, Page(s) 53–57

    Abstract: Purpose: To report a case of bilateral posterior ischemic optic neuropathy (PION) due to bilateral anterior-drainage dural carotid-cavernous fistulas (CCFs).: Case description: We report on a 62-year-old woman with a history of poorly controlled ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To report a case of bilateral posterior ischemic optic neuropathy (PION) due to bilateral anterior-drainage dural carotid-cavernous fistulas (CCFs).
    Case description: We report on a 62-year-old woman with a history of poorly controlled hypertension who presented with sudden bilateral visual loss and headache for 5 days. She denied a history of head trauma. On examination, her visual acuities were no light perception (NLP) with fixed pupils in both eyes. The ocular motility of both eyes was limited in all directions. Both eyelids were difficult to open. Anterior segment examination revealed bilateral chemosis and episcleral corkscrew vessels. Intraocular pressures were 45 and 48 mmHg in her right and left eyes, respectively. Gonioscopy revealed blood in Schlemm's canal at the nasal angle of the right eye. Fundus examination showed slightly dilated and tortuous retinal veins with normal-appearing optic discs in both eyes. The cup-to-disc ratios were 0.3 bilaterally. Other neurological examinations were unremarkable. Magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated dilation of the bilateral superior ophthalmic veins (SOVs), and marked orbital and periorbital congestion bilaterally. However, there was no compression or stretching of the bilateral optic nerves. Diffusion restriction on diffusion-weighted imaging, with corresponding reduced apparent diffusion coefficient, in the entire bilateral orbital segment of the optic nerves was revealed, consistent with bilateral PION. Magnetic resonance angiography revealed arterialization of the bilateral cavernous sinuses and SOVs. Cerebral angiography confirmed the diagnosis of bilateral anterior-drainage dural CCFs. Treatment with transvenous coil embolization was successful. Three months after embolization, ophthalmic examination demonstrated progressive improvement of aforementioned ophthalmic signs; however, her visual acuities remained NLP in both eyes.
    Conclusion: To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of bilateral PION due to bilateral anterior-drainage dural CCFs. In spite of its rarity, PION should be considered as a severe, irreversible ophthalmic complication of anterior-drainage dural CCF.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-24
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2495077-4
    ISSN 1179-142X
    ISSN 1179-142X
    DOI 10.2147/IMCRJ.S401291
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  7. Article: Long-Term Visual Function After Fractionated Stereotactic Radiotherapy for Primary Optic Nerve Sheath Meningioma: A Retrospective Analysis of 34 Subjects.

    Vanikieti, Kavin / Chaiwithooanukul, Chaloemwong / Puataweepong, Putipun / Jindahra, Panitha / Padungkiatsagul, Tanyatuth

    Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)

    2022  Volume 16, Page(s) 3119–3128

    Abstract: Objective: To evaluate long-term visual function after fractionated stereotactic radiotherapy (FSRT) for primary optic nerve sheath meningioma (PONSM).: Methods: This 22-year retrospective study included 34 subjects (34 affected eyes) with PONSM who ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To evaluate long-term visual function after fractionated stereotactic radiotherapy (FSRT) for primary optic nerve sheath meningioma (PONSM).
    Methods: This 22-year retrospective study included 34 subjects (34 affected eyes) with PONSM who were treated with FSRT exclusively. Subjects with a history of biopsy/resection were excluded. Visual function, including visual acuity (VA) and visual field mean deviation (VF MD), was evaluated at presentation (pre-radiotherapy; pre-RT) and at the final follow-up (post-radiotherapy; post-RT); treatment complications were also evaluated. Treatment success was defined as either stabilization or improvement of visual function.
    Results: The median pre-RT VA and pre-RT VF MD were 0.70 logarithm of the minimum angle of resolution (logMAR; range: 0.0-2.9 logMAR) and -15.4 decibels (dB) (range: -31.4 to -3.2 dB), respectively. The median total dose of FSRT was 50 Gy (range: 45-54 Gy) and the median number of fractions was 25 (range: 25-30). The median follow-up interval was 89 months (range: 6-251 months). The median post-RT VA and post-RT VF MD were 0.48 logMAR (range: 0.0-2.9 logMAR) (
    Conclusion: Approximately 90% of PONSM subjects exhibited long-term treatment success in terms of VA, VF MD, and overall visual function after FSRT. Additionally, the incidence of complications was low. Therefore, FSRT is effective and safe treatment for PONSM.
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    Publishing date 2022-09-22
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1177-5467
    ISSN 1177-5467
    DOI 10.2147/OPTH.S383702
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  8. Article: Comparison of Early- and Late-Onset NMOSD-Related Optic Neuritis in Thai Patients: Clinical Characteristics and Long-Term Visual Outcomes.

    Thongmee, Watcharaporn / Narongkhananukul, Chanomporn / Padungkiatsagul, Tanyatuth / Jindahra, Panitha / Vanikieti, Kavin

    Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)

    2021  Volume 15, Page(s) 419–429

    Abstract: Objective: To compare demographic data, clinical and radiological characteristics, treatments, and long-term visual outcomes between patients with late-onset neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder-related optic neuritis (LO-NMOSD-ON) (age at onset ≥ 50 ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To compare demographic data, clinical and radiological characteristics, treatments, and long-term visual outcomes between patients with late-onset neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder-related optic neuritis (LO-NMOSD-ON) (age at onset ≥ 50 years) and patients with early-onset neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder-related optic neuritis (EO-NMOSD-ON) (age at onset < 50 years).
    Patients and methods: This retrospective study included 47 patients (69 eyes) who were diagnosed with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder-related optic neuritis (NMOSD-ON) over a 12-year period. There were 14 patients (21 eyes) and 33 patients (48 eyes) in the LO-NMOSD-ON and EO-NMOSD-ON groups, respectively.
    Results: LO-NMOSD-ON-affected eyes exhibited significantly worse median nadir visual acuity (VA) at optic neuritis (ON) onset, compared with EO-NMOSD-ON-affected eyes (2.7 logMAR (range 2.6-2.9 logMAR) vs 1.95 logMAR (range 0.4-2.9 logMAR);
    Conclusion: Patients with LO-NMOSD-ON had significantly worse nadir VA at ON onset and significantly worse final VA, relative to patients with EO-NMOSD-ON. Age at ON onset of each eye was positively correlated with final VA (logMAR). Despite the difference in common age at onset, NMOSD-ON should be included in the differential diagnosis of late-onset acute to subacute optic neuropathy, along with ischemic optic neuropathy.
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    Publishing date 2021-02-04
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1177-5467
    ISSN 1177-5467
    DOI 10.2147/OPTH.S295769
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  9. Article: MOG-IgG- versus AQP4-IgG-Positive Optic Neuritis in Thailand: Clinical Characteristics and Long-Term Visual Outcomes Comparison.

    Narongkhananukul, Chanomporn / Padungkiatsagul, Tanyatuth / Jindahra, Panitha / Khongkhatithum, Chaiyos / Thampratankul, Lunliya / Vanikieti, Kavin

    Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)

    2020  Volume 14, Page(s) 4079–4088

    Abstract: Purpose: To compare demographic data, clinical and radiological characteristics, treatment, and long-term visual outcomes between myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein autoantibody-positive optic neuritis (MOG-IgG + ON) and aquaporin-4 autoantibody- ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To compare demographic data, clinical and radiological characteristics, treatment, and long-term visual outcomes between myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein autoantibody-positive optic neuritis (MOG-IgG + ON) and aquaporin-4 autoantibody-positive optic neuritis (AQP4-IgG + ON) in Thailand.
    Patients and methods: We included individuals who were diagnosed with either MOG-IgG + ON or AQP4-IgG + ON over an 11-year period. Demographic data, clinical and radiological characteristics at ON presentation, treatment, and long-term visual outcomes were retrospectively collected.
    Results: There were 16 patients (28 eyes) and 43 patients (59 eyes) in the MOG-IgG + ON and AQP4-IgG + ON groups, respectively. AQP4-IgG + ON occurred predominantly in female patients whereas MOG-IgG + ON-affected female patients and male patients equally (
    Conclusion: Compared with AQP4-IgG + ON, MOG-IgG + ON tended to present with bilaterality and optic disc edema and demonstrated better visual outcomes.
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    Publishing date 2020-11-26
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1177-5467
    ISSN 1177-5467
    DOI 10.2147/OPTH.S288224
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  10. Article: Prognostic Factors for Visual Outcomes Following the First Episode of NMOSD-Related Optic Neuritis in Affected Eyes.

    Thongmee, Watcharaporn / Padungkiatsagul, Tanyatuth / Jindahra, Panitha / Khongkhatithum, Chaiyos / Thampratankul, Lunliya / Vanikieti, Kavin

    Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)

    2020  Volume 14, Page(s) 4271–4278

    Abstract: Objective: We aim to identify prognostic factors for visual outcomes following a first episode of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder-related optic neuritis (NMOSD-ON) in affected eyes.: Materials and methods: This was a single-center, ... ...

    Abstract Objective: We aim to identify prognostic factors for visual outcomes following a first episode of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder-related optic neuritis (NMOSD-ON) in affected eyes.
    Materials and methods: This was a single-center, retrospective study. The study included 50 individuals who were diagnosed with NMOSD-ON (63 affected eyes) in a tertiary institution over a 12-year period. Data regarding any second, or higher, episodes of NMOSD-ON in each eye were not taken into consideration. Medical records of included individuals were reviewed. Demographic data, clinical and magnetic resonance imaging characteristics, and treatment outcomes were collected. Main outcome measures of the study were prognostic factors for good visual outcome (best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) ≥ 20/200) following an initial episode of NMOSD-ON in affected eyes.
    Results: Sixty-three affected eyes of 50 individuals (3 men and 47 women) were included. BCVA at nadir that was better than counting fingers (CF) (odds ratio 10.43, 95% confidence interval 1.04, 104.45,
    Conclusion: BCVA at nadir that was better than CF and treatment with IVMP within 21 days of symptom onset were important prognostic factors of good visual outcomes following a first episode of NMOSD-ON in affected eyes.
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    Publishing date 2020-12-04
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
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    ISSN 1177-5467
    DOI 10.2147/OPTH.S285443
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