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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis

Incidence has declined with the use of HAART in HIV.

At this time most cases occur in the setting of end-stage AIDS with CD4 count less than 50 cells/’L.

Diagnosis based on retinal findings of fluffy exudates in a vascular pattern with surrounding hemorrhage.

May be associated with retinal detachment and optic neuritis.

Unless treated leads to blindness within 4-6 months as progressive retinal destruction occurs.

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