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Ophthalmology General 61822a36

Hutchinson’s rule is related to

A
Herpes simplex keratitis
B
Mycotic keratitis
C
Herpes zoster ophthalmicus
D
None
High-Yield Explanation
Hutchinson's rule is related to herpes zoster ophthalmicus which is an acute infection of Gasserian ganglion of the fifth cranial nerve by the varicella-zoster virus. Occurs commonly in immunocompromised individuals. Hutchinson's rule implies that ocular involvement is frequent if the side or tip of the nose presents vesicles is useful but not infallibleReference: Comprehensive Ophthalmology,

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