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Cytomegalovirus Retinitis

MESHD017726

Infection of the retina by cytomegalovirus characterized by retinal necrosis, hemorrhage, vessel sheathing, and retinal edema. Cytomegalovirus retinitis is a major opportunistic infection in AIDS patients and can cause blindness.

Synonyms

  • Retinitis, Cytomegalovirus
  • Cytomegaloviral Retinitis
  • Retinitis, Cytomegaloviral

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