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Ocular rhinosporidiosis mimicking conjunctival squamous papilloma in Kenya – a case report

Authors: Stephen Gichuhi, Timothy Onyuma, Ephantus Macharia, Joy Kabiru, Alain M’bongo Zindamoyen, Mandeep S Sagoo, Matthew J Burton

Published in: BMC Ophthalmology | Issue 1/2014

Abstract

Background

Ocular rhinosporidiosis is a chronic granulomatous infection caused by a newly classified organism that is neither a fungus nor bacterium. It often presents as a benign conjunctival tumour but may mimic other ocular conditions. It is most often described in India. In Africa cases have been reported from South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Uganda, Congo and Ivory Coast.

Case presentation

A 54 year old man was seen in Kenya with a lesion that resembled a conjunctival papilloma. We report resemblance to conjunctival papilloma and the result of vital staining with 0.05% Toluidine Blue.

Conclusion

Ocular rhinosporidiosis occurs in East Africa. It may resemble conjunctival squamous papilloma. Vital staining with 0.05% Toluidine blue dye did not distinguish the two lesions well.

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Title: Ocular rhinosporidiosis mimicking conjunctival squamous papilloma in Kenya – a case report
Authors: Stephen Gichuhi
Timothy Onyuma
Ephantus Macharia
Joy Kabiru
Alain M’bongo Zindamoyen
Mandeep S Sagoo
Matthew J Burton
Publication date: 01-12-2014
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: BMC Ophthalmology / Issue 1/2014
Electronic ISSN: 1471-2415
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2415-14-45

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Ocular rhinosporidiosis mimicking conjunctival squamous papilloma in Kenya – a case report

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Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

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