PReS-FINAL-2312: Cogan's syndrome: a diagnostic challenge. Report and review of the literature

A Lazareva,Zd Davidsone,S Kuske,R Santere,V Stanevicha

doi:10.1186/1546-0096-11-s2-p302

Abstract

Cogan's syndrome is a rare disorder of unknown origin characterized by inflammatory eye disease and vestibuloauditory symptoms. Usually syndrome affects young adults but cases in children have been reported. Typically, patients suffer from interstitial keratitis and sudden onset of tinnitus and hearing loss.

Highlights

Cogan’s syndrome is a rare disorder of unknown origin characterized by inflammatory eye disease and vestibuloauditory symptoms
We describe 17 years old boy, previously healthy, who developed headaches, fever, lower leg weakness and pain, hypotension and conjuctivitis
Despite its rarity, Cogan’s syndrome is an important condition to recognize because early treatment may prevent the onset of profound deafness in children

Summary

Introduction

Cogan’s syndrome is a rare disorder of unknown origin characterized by inflammatory eye disease and vestibuloauditory symptoms. Patients suffer from interstitial keratitis and sudden onset of tinnitus and hearing loss

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