Abstract
Background
To demonstrate the efficacy of intravitreal methotrexate for treating intraocular lymphoma.
Case
A 55-year-old immunocompetent Asian man was diagnosed with intraocular lymphoma.
Observations
The patient was initially managed by intravenous administration of high-dose methotrexate. Because vitreous cells persisted after systemic chemotherapy, methotrexate was given intravitreally thereafter. There was only self-limited corneal epitheliopathy without major complications following intraocular injections. Ocular remission was sustained during a 21-month follow-up.
Conclusion
Intravitreal methotrexate is an effective, repeatable, and safe treatment for intraocular lymphoma. Jpn J Ophthalmol 2006;50:474–478 © Japanese Ophthalmological Society 2006
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Wang, JK., Yang, CM., Lin, CP. et al. An Asian Patient with Intraocular Lymphoma Treated by Intravitreal Methotrexate. Jpn J Ophthalmol 50, 474–478 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10384-005-0327-4
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