Acquired Ocular Toxoplasmosis in an Atypical Location: Case Report

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.15953025180910

• Palavras-chave: Ocular toxoplasmosis, Toxoplasma gondii, Uveitis, Retinocoroiditis, Visual loss

• Keywords: Ocular toxoplasmosis, Toxoplasma gondii, Uveitis, Retinocoroiditis, Visual loss

• Abstract:

  Ocular toxoplasmosis (OT) is an important cause of posterior uveitis, with potential severe vision impairment. This report presents an atypical case of acquired monocular OT with scarring near the optic disc. The patient reported visual loss since the age of 25, when he lived in a rural area without basic sanitation and handled raw meat—risk factors for Toxoplasma gondii infection. Examinations performed in 2024 revealed scarring chorioretinitis (CCR) with atypical localization of the lesions, which can hinder diagnosis and favor complications such as optic neuropathy. The case reinforces the importance of regular ophthalmological follow-up and complementary tests to detect early recurrence. In addition, it highlights the need to educate patients about disease prevention and the importance of seeking ophthalmological care in the event of visual symptoms or known risk factors.