Reversible Cogan's syndrome in a patient with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection

J Clin Neurosci. 2009 Jan;16(1):154-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jocn.2008.04.013. Epub 2008 Nov 14.

Abstract

Cogan's syndrome is a rare, immune-mediated disorder characterized by chronic, bilateral vestibular-cochlear dysfunction and interstitial keratitis. We describe the first case of Cogan's syndrome that resolved with antiretroviral therapy in a patient with human immunodeficiency virus infection. Plausible disease mechanisms are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • HIV Infections / complications*
  • Humans
  • Keratitis / complications*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Vestibular Diseases / complications*