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  • Title: Leber hereditary optic neuropathy mimicking neuromyelitis optica.
    Author: McClelland CM, Van Stavern GP, Tselis AC.
    Journal: J Neuroophthalmol; 2011 Sep; 31(3):265-8. PubMed ID: 21734595.
    Abstract:
    Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) is rarely associated with multiple sclerosis-like features. We present a case of a 65-year-old African American woman with LHON masquerading as neuromyelitis optica (NMO). We highlight the features of the clinical examination and MRI that were suggestive of an alternative diagnosis and review the literature regarding LHON and multiple sclerosis. The diagnosis of LHON should be considered in all cases of acute or subacute bilateral optic neuropathy, including presumed seronegative NMO.
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