Severe Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus Occurring after Acute Ischemic Stroke in an Elderly Patient: A Case Report
Elmoumni Mohamed, Hammouch Amine, Bentouhami Mohamed Reda, Hidan Younes, Mchachi Adil, Benhmidoune Leila & Rachid Rayad · Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Ophthalmology · 2026
Introduction: Herpes zoster ophthalmicus (HZO) results from reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus involving the ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve. It is an ophthalmic emergency because of the risk of severe ocular complications, particularly in elderly patients wit...
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10.9734/ajrrop/2026/v9i1158