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- Title
Insights into Pathogenesis of Trachoma.
- Authors
Toumasis, Panagiotis; Vrioni, Georgia; Tsinopoulos, Ioannis T.; Exindari, Maria; Samonis, George
- Abstract
Trachoma is the most common infectious cause of blindness worldwide. This review investigates the pathogenesis of trachoma, focusing on its causative agent, transmission pathways, disease progression, and immune responses. Trachoma is caused by serovars A–C of the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis (Ct). Transmission occurs through direct or indirect exchanges of ocular and nasal secretions, especially in regions with poor hygiene and overcrowded living conditions. The disease is initiated in early childhood by repeated infection of the ocular surface by Ct. This triggers recurrent chronic inflammatory episodes, leading to the development of conjunctival scarring and potentially to trichiasis, corneal opacity, and visual impairment. Exploring the pathogenesis of trachoma not only unveils the intricate pathways and mechanisms underlying this devastating eye disease but also underscores the multifaceted dimensions that must be considered in its management.
- Subjects
CHLAMYDIA trachomatis; EYE diseases; VISION disorders; CORNEAL opacity; TRACHOMA
- Publication
Microorganisms, 2024, Vol 12, Issue 8, p1544
- ISSN
2076-2607
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/microorganisms12081544