Cytomegalovirus Retinitis

Synonyms

Cytomegaloviral Retinitis

Retinitis, Cytomegaloviral

Retinitis, Cytomegalovirus

Infection of the retina by cytomegalovirus characterized by retinal necrosis, hemorrhage, vessel sheathing, and retinal edema. Cytomegalovirus retinitis is a major opportunistic infection in AIDS patients and can cause blindness.