Uveitis with Poliosis, Vitiligo, Alopecia, and Dysacousia (Vogt-Koyanagi Syndrome)
September 1942
in “
Archives of ophthalmology
”
Studysummary This review discusses the Vogt-Koyanagi syndrome, highlighting its symptoms and historical context, but reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize its recognition as a distinct clinical entity.
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Vogt-Koyanagi syndrome is a recognized clinical condition characterized by severe bilateral uveitis, poliosis, vitiligo, alopecia, and dysacousia. The disease has a prolonged course, responds poorly to treatment, and often results in partial or complete blindness. First reported by Vogt in 1906 and later detailed by Koyanagi in 1929, the syndrome involves spontaneous uveitis with associated hair and skin depigmentation, hair loss, and hearing disturbances.
