Short Communication	Neuropediatrics 2005; 36: 108-111 DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-837657
Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New York
Congenital Hydrocephalus as a Rare Association with Ligneous Conjunctivitis and Type I Plasminogen Deficiency
A. T. Aslan1, U. Ozcelik1, D. Dogru1, A. Olmez2, G. Turanlı2, E. Yalcin1, N. Kiper1, K. Tefs3, V. Schuster4
1 Pediatric Pulmonology Department, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey 2 Pediatric Neurology Department, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey 3 Children's Hospital, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany 4 University Hospital for Children and Adolescents, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany

Abstract

Severe type I plasminogen deficiency is the underlying cause of ligneous conjunctivitis (LC). Furthermore, pseudomembranes may also be found on other mucous membranes (gastrointestinal tract, bronchial system, genital tract). In very rare cases, congenital hydrocephalus has been associated with the more severe forms of the disease and may even precede LC. The pathophysiological mechanism is unclear at present. It is advisable to look for plasminogen deficiency in patients with congenital hydrocephalus, because obstruction of ventriculoperitoneal shunts is possible when such a condition is overlooked. Here, we report a case of LC with hydrocephalus. This report reemphasizes the association of LC with hydrocephalus which is not well known.

Key words

Ligneous conjunctivitis - type I plasminogen deficiency - congenital hydrocephalus