Immunoglobulin G crystalline keratopathy associated with monoclonal gammopathy

Purpose: Two cases of corneal crystal deposition are reported, both caused by a benign monoclonal gammopathy. Methods: Similar corneal pathology is identified in these two patients, both of whom presented with visual acuities of 6/6 or better Consideration of possible causes involved biochemical and...

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Veröffentlicht in:Australian and New Zealand journal of ophthalmology 1998-05, Vol.26 (2), p.177-179
Hauptverfasser: Hutchinson, Kenneth, Pra, Mark Dal, Apel, Andrew
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Purpose: Two cases of corneal crystal deposition are reported, both caused by a benign monoclonal gammopathy. Methods: Similar corneal pathology is identified in these two patients, both of whom presented with visual acuities of 6/6 or better Consideration of possible causes involved biochemical and haematological testing and assessment. Results: Potential for malignant transformation of monoclonal gammopathy was recognized, hence the need for ongoing haematological follow‐up. Conclusion: Corneal crystals may be the initial presentation in a patient with monoclonal gammopathy, a rare, but significant, clinical finding.
ISSN:0814-9763
1440-1606
DOI:10.1111/j.1442-9071.1998.tb01539.x