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Chorioretinitis

Inflammation of the choroid and retina that can cause vision loss.

Chorioretinitis is an inflammation of the choroid and retina, a form of posterior uveitis that can threaten vision. Treatment aims to eliminate inflammation while minimizing therapy risks. It is often caused by toxoplasmosis or cytomegalovirus, especially in immunodeficient individuals.

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