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Case Studies | Ophthalmology | Volume 15 Issue 1, January 2026 | Pages: 1701 - 1702 | India
Multi-Sensory Sequelae of Congenital Rubella Syndrome: A Case Report on Ocular and Auditory Deficits
Abstract: Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS) is a multi-systemic disorder characterized by a classic triad of ocular, cardiac, and auditory defects. This report evaluates an 8-year-old male with a history of maternal rubella and subsequent bilateral cataract surgery at age two. Clinical examination revealed horizontal pendular nystagmus, microcornea (9mm), and "salt and pepper" retinopathy. Beyond ocular sequelae, the patient exhibited sensorineural hearing loss requiring bilateral auditory amplification and developmental speech delay necessitating ongoing therapy. Visual acuity remained limited to 6/36 (OD) and 6/24 (OS) despite optimal refractive correction (+10.0D). This case highlights the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach in managing the complex neurosensory deficits associated with CRS. Early intervention is critical, as late-stage management is often limited by permanent structural and neurosensory anomalies.
Keywords: Congenital Rubella Syndrome, Salt and Pepper Retinopathy, Microcornea, Hearing Loss, Speech Therapy
How to Cite?: Dr. Dandamudi Anvesh, Dr. Jaswanth Kadiyala, Dr. Keerthi Sravanthi Karumuri, "Multi-Sensory Sequelae of Congenital Rubella Syndrome: A Case Report on Ocular and Auditory Deficits", Volume 15 Issue 1, January 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1701-1702, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26129221301, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26129221301