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ocular toxoplasmosis
Broader Terms:
parasitic eye infection
Broader Terms:
toxoplasmosis
Scope Note:
infection caused by the protozoan parasite Toxoplasma in which there is extensive connective tissue proliferation, the retina surrounding the lesions remains normal, and the ocular media remain clear; chorioretinitis may be associated with all forms of toxoplasmosis, but is usually a late sequel of congenital toxoplasmosis; the severe ocular lesions in infants may lead to blindness.
Term Number:
2214-6054
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