EPITACIO DIAS DA SILVA NETO
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Instituto Central, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina - Médico
LIM/33 - Laboratório de Oftalmologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina
LIM/33 - Laboratório de Oftalmologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina
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- Ocular retinal findings in asymptomatic patients with antiphospholipid syndrome secondary to systemic lupus erythematosus(2023) NETO, Epitacio D. S.; NETO, Taurino S. R.; SIGNORELLI, Flavio; BALBI, Gustavo G. M.; HIGASHI, Alex H.; MONTEIRO, Mario Luiz R.; BONFA, Eloisa; ANDRADE, Danieli C. O.; ZACHARIAS, Leandro C.The objective is to perform a multimodal ophthalmological evaluation, including optical coherence angiography ( OCTA), asymptomatic APS secondary to SLE (APS/SLE), and compare to SLE patients and control group (CG). We performed a complete structural/functional ophthalmological evaluation using OCTA/microperimetry exam in all participants. One hundred fifty eyes/75 asymptomatic subjects [APS/SLE (n = 25), SLE (n = 25), and CG (n = 25)] were included. Ophthalmologic abnormalities occurred in 9 (36%) APS/SLE, 11 (44%) SLE, and none of CG (p < 0.001). The most common retinal finding was Drusen-like deposits (DLDs) exclusively in APS/SLE and SLE (16% vs. 24%, p = 0.75) whereas severe changes occurred solely in APS/SLE [2 paracentral acute middle maculopathy (PAMM) and 1 homonymous quadrantanopsia]. A trend of higher frequency of antiphospholipid antibody (aPL) triple positivity (100% vs. 16%, p = 0.05) and higher mean values of adjusted Global Antiphospholipid Syndrome Score ( aGAPSS) (14 +/- 0 vs. 9.69 +/- 3.44, p = 0.09) was observed in APS/SLE with PAMM vs. those without this complication. We identified that ophthalmologic retinal abnormalities occurred in more than 1/4 of asymptomatic APS/SLE and SLE. DLDs are the most frequent with similar frequencies in both conditions whereas PAMM occurred exclusively in APS/SLE patients. The possible association of the latter condition with aPL triple positivity and high aGAPSS suggests these two conditions may underlie the retinal maculopathy. Our findings in asymptomatic patients reinforce the need for early surveillance in these patients.
- Safety and cost-effectiveness of single-use endolaser probe reprocessing in vitreoretinal surgery(2021) ZACHARIAS, Leandro Cabral; CONCI, Livia da Silva; MEGNIS, Bianca Partezani; FALABRETTI, Janaina Guerra; RODRIGUES NETO, Taurino dos Santos; SILVA NETO, Epitacio Dias da; PRETI, Rony Carlos; CUNHA, Leonardo Proveti; MONTEIRO, Mario Luiz RibeiroBackgroundEndolaser probes have been designed and sold for single-use only. However, in Brazil, they are not included in the list of single-use medical products that are prohibited from being reprocessed and could potentially be reused if safety requirements are accomplished. Therefore, this study aimed to determine and compare the quality, safety and costs of reprocessed versus original single-use endolaser probes of a specific brand and model.MethodsThe study, conducted at a university hospital in Sao Paulo, Brazil, was divided in two phases. The first one tested the feasibility, sterility and physical integrity of ten reprocessed laser probes. In the second phase, all vitrectomy procedures using endolaser probes (reprocessed and original ones) from August 2017 to October 2019 were evaluated. The operated cases were followed for any signs of infection and number of defective probes for each group were counted. The cost of acquiring a new probe and for all reprocessing stages were evaluated and quantified in US dollars($).ResultsMicrobiologic, residual ethilen oxide and microscopic evaluation of integrity of reprocessed laser probes were all within acceptable range. The second phase of this study included 590 endolaser probes, of which 375 were original and 215 were reprocessed. Functionality rates differed significantly between groups. Among the original probes, 373 (99.47%) were functioning and 2 (0.53%) were non-functioning. Among the reprocessed ones, 201 (93.5%) were functioning and 14 (6.5%) were non-functioning (p<.001). The average cost of one reprocessing was $3.00, and the average cost of an original probe was $150.00. Considering the loss rates, potential savings were $147.60 for each once-reprocessed probe. The frequency of infectious endophthalmitis was null in both groups.ConclusionsOur study showed that a single cycle endolaser probe reprocessing was safe and efficient, not associated with increase in endophthalmitis rate and proved to be significantly cost-effective, even considering a greater malfunction rate when compared to the original devices.
- Retinal arterial macroaneurysms in patients recovered from COVID-19(2023) SILVA NETO, Epitácio Dias da; RODRIGUES NETO, Taurino dos Santos; CONCI, Lívia da Silva; PRETI, Rony; MONTEIRO, Mário Luiz Ribeiro; ZACHARIAS, Leandro CabralABSTRACT This is a case series about retinal arterial macroaneurysms in three patients recovered from COVID-19. None of them had previous past ocular and systemic history. The first patient was a 47-year-old man, with best-corrected visual acuity of 20/20 in both eyes. He presented a cotton wool spot in the right eye and two peripheral exudative retinal arterial macroaneurysms in the left eye. Laser photocoagulation was performed and best-corrected visual acuity remained stable. The second one was a 62-year-old-woman with acute visual loss in the right eye (best-corrected visual acuity of 20/400). There was vitreous hemorrhage and a peripheral retinal arterial macroaneurysm in the right eye. Laser photocoagulation was performed and best-corrected visual acuity improved to 20/20. The third patient was a 54-year-old woman, with best-corrected visual acuity of 20/20 in the right eye and 20/600 in the left eye. Fundus examination showed multiple layer hemorrhage in the macular region and retinal arterial macroaneurysms in the superior temporal branch. The cases underwent fluorescein angiography, which confirmed the diagnosis of retinal arterial macroaneurysms.
- Ocular findings in asymptomatic patients with primary antiphospholipid syndrome(2022) NETO, Taurino S. R.; NETO, Epitacio D. S.; BALBI, Gustavo G. M.; SIGNORELLI, Flavio; HIGASHI, Alex H.; MONTEIRO, Mario Luiz R.; BONFA, Eloisa; ZACHARIAS, Leandro C.; ANDRADE, Danieli C. O.BackgroundPrimary antiphospholipid syndrome (PAPS) is characterized by the presence of antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL), repetitive fetal loss, and arterial/venous thrombosis and no association with other autoimmune rheumatic disease. Ocular involvement can also occur including retinal vascular thrombosis and neuro-ophthalmological manifestations, such as optic neuropathy and amaurosis fugax. Early detection of ocular changes is crucial to minimize functional loss.PurposeTo perform a multimodal evaluation, including the use of Optical Coherence Angiotomography (OCTA), in patients with PAPS without ocular complaints and compare with healthy individuals.MethodsWe performed a complete structural and functional ophthalmological evaluation using OCTA and microperimetry exam in patients with PAPS, followed at a tertiary Rheumatology outpatient clinic.ResultsWe included 104 eyes of 52 subjects [PAPS without ocular complaints (N = 26) and healthy individuals (N = 26)]. Among PAPS patients, 21 were female (80.8%) and 21 (80.8%) were Caucasians. PAPS manifestations were venous (65.4%), arterial thrombosis (34.6%), and obstetrical (34.6%) and all of them had lupus anticoagulant. Ophthalmologic findings were more frequent in PAPS compared to healthy individuals (19.2% vs. 0%, p = 0.05). The most common retinal change was paracentral acute middle maculopathy (PAMM) (3 patients, 5 eyes), followed by drusen (1 patient, 2 eyes) and pachychoroid pigment epitheliopathy (PPE) (1 patient, 1 eye). Hypertension and hyperlipidemia were present in 100% of the PAPS patients with PAMM, while only six patients (26.1%) with PAPS without PAMM presented these two risk factors together (p = 0.03).ConclusionsWe provide novel evidence that approximately 20% of our asymptomatic PAPS patients without ocular symptoms have ophthalmologic findings that require early identification and careful surveillance focusing on minimizing systemic and vascular risk factors.
conferenceObject OPTIC COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY FEATURES OF SUBRETINAL VITREOUS SUBSTITUTES(2017) ZACHARIAS, Leandro C.; CARVALHO, Jose Ronaldo Lima; SILVA, Epitacio Dias da; TANAKA, Tatiana; PRETI, Rony C.; TAKAHASHI, Walter; CUNHA, Leonardo Provetti; MONTEIRO, Mario R.- Normative data for macular perimetry using the MP-3 microperimeter in healthy individuals(2024) NETO, Taurino dos Santos Rodrigues; NETO, Epitacio Dias da Silva; HIGASHI, Alex Haruo; MEGNIS, Bianca Partezani; HADDAD, Maria Aparecida Onuki; MONTEIRO, Mario Luiz Ribeiro; ZACHARIAS, Leandro CabralPurpose: Microperimetry has been used for several years as a form of visual function testing in patients with retinal diseases. Normal microperimetry values obtained with microperimeter MP-3 have not yet been fully published, and baseline values for topographic macular sensitivity and correlations with age and sex are needed to establish degrees of impairment. This study aimed to determine values for light sensitivity thresholds and fixation stability using the MP-3 in healthy individuals. Methods: Thirty-seven healthy volunteers (age, 28-68 years), underwent full-threshold microperimetry using a 4-2 (fast) staircase strategy with the standard Goldmann III stimulus size and 68 test points positioned identically to those in the Humphrey Field Analyzer 10-2 test grid. The fixation stability was simultaneously recorded during the microperimetry test. The relationship between global sensitivity and age was calculated using linear regression analysis. Results: Microperimetry was performed on 37 participants (74 eyes). The global mean sensitivity was 29.01 +/- 1.44 (range, 26-31) dB. The mean central sensitivity at 2 degrees measured by the MP-3 was 28.5 +/- 1.77 dB in the right eye (OD) and 28.75 +/- 1.98 dB in the left eye (OS). The total median fixation stability values within 2 degrees and 4 degrees were 80% and 96%, respectively. The linear regression analysis also revealed an age-related global sensitivity decline per year of -0.051 dB +/- 0.018 (OD) and -0.078 dB +/- 0.021 (OS). Conclusions: Microperimetry performed with the MP-3 allows for an automatic, accurate, and topography-specific examination of retinal sensitivity thresholds. The results of this study provide a normal and age-matched database of MP-3 microperimetry.
- Complete reversal of bilateral optic nerve infiltration from lymphoblastic leukemia using chemotherapy without adjuvant radiotherapy(2021) COSTA, Douglas Rodrigues da; FERNANDES, Rodrigo Dahia; SUSANNA, Fernanda Nicolela; SILVA NETO, Epitacio Dias da; MONTEIRO, Mario Luiz RibeiroBackground Leukemic involvement of the eyes is rare, therefore, treatment relies on previous case reports. The treatment of ocular complications poses additional difficulties, because the eye is considered as a pharmacological ""sanctuary"" for patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Therefore, radiotherapy is the main therapeutic choice; however, it might lead to many important side effects. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report of a bilateral leukemic optic nerve infiltration that remitted with chemotherapy without adjuvant radiotherapy. Case presentation A 30-year-old female patient with previous history of remitted ALL presented with a one-week history of floaters in her right eye. Her ophthalmological exam showed remarkable optic disc swelling, in both eyes. She was diagnosed with ALL relapse presenting as a bilateral optic nerve leukemic infiltration. Local radiotherapy was planned for both eyes, however, due to efficient recovery with chemotherapy, it was cancelled. Allogenic bone marrow transplantation was subsequently performed. The patient is being followed up and ALL remitted. Conclusion Leukemia relapse on central nervous system, despite rare, is a sign of poor prognosis and requires prompt treatment. Its occurrence on ocular tissues is even rarer. It is hypothesized that the blood-brain barrier limits the delivery of chemotherapeutic drugs to the eye and infiltration of the optic nerve by leukemic cells might prejudice the flow of cerebrospinal fluid between the cranial space and the optic disc.
- A standardized method to quantitatively analyze optical coherence tomography angiography images of the macular and peripapillary vessels(2022) MELLO, Luiz Guilherme Marchesi; RODRIGUES NETO, Taurino dos Santos; SILVA NETO, Epitacio Dias da; PRETI, Rony Carlos; MONTEIRO, Mario Luiz Ribeiro; ZACHARIAS, Leandro CabralBackground Optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) is a relatively new non-invasive imaging technique to evaluate retinal vascular complexes. However, there is still a lack of standardization and reproducibility of its quantitative evaluation. Furthermore, manual analysis of a large amount of OCTA images makes the process laborious, with greater data variability, and risk of bias. Therefore, the aim of this study is to describe a fast and reproducible quantitative analysis of the foveal avascular zone (FAZ), macular superficial and deep vascular complexes (mSVC and mDVC, respectively), and peripapillary superficial vascular complex (pSVC) in OCTA images. Methods We survey models and methods used for studying retinal microvasculature, and software packages used to quantify microvascular networks. These programs have provided researchers with invaluable tools, but we estimate that they have collectively achieved low adoption rates, possibly due to complexity for unfamiliar researchers and nonstandard sets of quantification metrics. To address these existing limitations, we discuss opportunities to improve effectiveness, affordability, and reproducibility of microvascular network quantification with the development of an automated method to analyze the vessels and better serve the current and future needs of microvascular research. OCTA images of the macula (10 degrees x10 degrees, 15 degrees x15 degrees, or 20 degrees x20 degrees centered on the fovea) and peripapillary area (15 x 15o centered on optic nerve head) were exported from the device and processed using the open-source software Fiji. The mSVC, mDVC, and pSVC were automatically analyzed regarding vascular density in the total area and four sectors (superior, inferior, nasal, and temporal). We also analyzed the FAZ regarding its area, perimeter, and circularity in the SVC and DVC images. Results We developed an automated model and discussed a step by step method to analyze vessel density and FAZ of the macular SVC and DVC, acquired with OCTA using different fields of view. We also developed an automated analysis of the peripapillary SVC. Conclusion Our developed automated analysis of macular and peripapillary OCTA images will allow a fast, reproducible, and precise quantification of SVC, DVC, and FAZ. It would also allow more accurate comparisons between different studies and streamlines the processing of images from multiple patients with a single command.
- Optic coherence tomography features of subretinal vitreous substitutes(2020) ZACHARIAS, Leandro Cabral; SILVA NETO, Epitacio Dias da; RODRIGUES NETO, Taurino dos Santos; CARVALHO JUNIOR, Jose Ronaldo Lima de; PRETI, Rony Carlos; CUNHA, Leonardo Provetti; TANAKA, Tatiana; MONTEIRO, Mario Luiz RibeiroBackgroundTo draw comparisons between spectral domain optic coherence tomography (SD-OCT) features of subretinal silicon oil (SO), perfluoro-n-octane (PFO) or C3F8 gas.MethodsCases diagnosed with retained subretinal vitreous substitutes (VS) were retrospectively selected. Demographic data were collected and OCT features were analyzed.ResultsIn the 13 cases with subretinal PFO, hyper-reflectivity under the bubble was noted in 8 eyes (61.5%); choroidal shadow at the borders of the bubble in 11 eyes (84.6%); hyper-reflective halo around the bubble in 5 eyes (38.4%) and a hyper-reflective apical dot in 8 eyes (61.5%).The two cases with multiple PFO bubbles had complete septum dividing the bubbles. The one case with subretinal SO had hyper reflectivity under the bubble; no choroidal shadow at the edge of the bubble; hyper-reflective halo was noted around the bubble and the apical hyper-reflective dot was present; there was no complete septum dividing multiple bubbles. The single case with subretinal C3F8 had some bubbles with totally round base, incomplete septum, hyper reflectivity under the bubble, choroidal shadow at the edge of the bubble, a hyper-reflective halo and an apical dot.ConclusionDifferent subretinal VS share similar SD-OCT characteristics. Round base bubbles are only observed with subretinal C3F8 gas, while incomplete septum are related to retained subretinal SO or gas.
conferenceObject Multimodal Evaluation of patients with Primary Antiphospholipid Syndrome Using Optical Coherence Angiotomography and Microperimetry(2020) ZACHARIAS, Leandro C.; RODRIGUES NETO, Taurino dos Santos; SILVA NETO, Epitacio Dias da; HIGASHI, Alex Haruo; BALBI, Gustavo; BONFA, Eloisa Silva Dutra Oliveira; MONTEIRO, Mario L. R.; ANDRADE, Danieli Castro Oliveira