Ocular toxoplasmosis

Abstract

The agent responsible for ocular toxoplasmosis, Toxoplasma gondii, is a ubiquitous intracellular parasite. This infection is responsible for ocular morbidity in both immunocompromised and immunocompetent hosts of all ages. As it is one of the most common causes of posterior uveitis, optometrists must be familiar with this highly prevalent infection. This article discusses the organism and its pathogenesis, and reviews the diagnosis, management and treatment of ocular toxoplasmosis, including recent clinically important findings.