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TitreAllergic conjunctivitis in children
Abstract Nr.1014
ButTo present the characteristics of allergic conjunctivitis in Children
RésultatsPediatric allergic conjunctivitis (AC) is classified in seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (SAC), perennial allergic conjunctivitis (PAC), vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) and atopic chonjuntivitis (AKC). AKC is more often observed in adults however AKC in children is defined as the presence of severe allergic conjunctivitis with atopic dermatitis that is diagnosed before 16 years of age. SAC and SAC are usually less severe while VKC and AKC are more severe and more chronic. Trantas dots and giant papillae are frequently observed in VKC. A family history of allergies is significantly associated with the duration and severity of AC. With increasing age, the prevalence of sIgE against inhalant allergens was significantly increased; however, the opposite trend was observed for food allergens. Antihistamine and mast cell stabilizing agents are currently considered first-line therapeutics for SAC and PAC because they provide acute relief of signs and symptoms and block persistent inflammation. Treatment of VKC and AKC often needs and topical cyclosporine A or topical tacrolimus. Complications of these severe forms of AC include corneal ulcers severe astigmatism, keratoconus and dry eyes but also includes complications of topical corticosteroids as glaucoma and cataract that are sometimes used abusively. A differential diagnosis exist with infectious blepharitis with keratitis.
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Auteur 1
NomCASPERS
InitialesLE
InstitutCHU St. Pierre
VilleBrussels
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