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  • Title: Ophthalmic findings of Mycoplasma-induced rash and mucositis (MIRM) distinct from Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
    Author: Khalili A, Ackerman IM, Gorski MG, Kodsi SR, Finelt N, Hymowitz MB.
    Journal: J AAPOS; 2021 Dec; 25(6):348.e1-348.e6. PubMed ID: 34687875.
    Abstract:
    PURPOSE: To identify ophthalmic manifestations of Mycoplasma-induced rash and mucositis (MIRM). METHODS: The medical records of patients with MIRM treated by the inpatient ophthalmology consult service at a single institution over a period of 4 years were reviewed retrospectively. Eye and skin findings, treatment, hospital course, and follow-up findings were documented and reviewed. RESULTS: MIRM was identified in 10 patients, 10-20 years of age (mean, 13.) All presented with oral mucosal findings and a prodrome. On initial examination, conjunctival epithelial defects were present in 2 patients; pseudomembranes, in 3. Five patients experienced progressive ophthalmic manifestations during hospitalization, including a new cornea epithelial defect in 1 patient and a new conjunctival epithelial defect in 3 patients. All were treated with topical steroids and antibiotics. Post-discharge follow-up obtained for 7 patients documented good visual outcomes and lack of significant ocular sequelae without requiring invasive intervention. CONCLUSIONS: MIRM, previously referred to as mycoplasma-associated Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) among other names, is now understood to be distinct from SJS in the dermatology community. Our MIRM patients present with mild eye findings and required no surgery, similar to the mild course published in the dermatology literature. Patients with MIRM may have a more benign course than those with SJS.
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