Ocular findings in alemtuzumab (Campath-1H)-induced thyroid eye disease

Alemtuzumab (Campath-1H) is a humanized antiCD52 monoclonal antibody used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS). Studies demonstrate signifcant reduction in relapse risk and the risk of accumulating sustained disability. Adverse events include infusion-associated reactions, infections, and secondary autoimmunity. Systemic thyroid disease is the most common secondary autoimmune event and affects up to approximately 30% of treated patients. This is the frst description of the ocular fndings and management in a case of thyroid eye disease (Graves' Ophthalmopathy [GO]) following alemtuzumab therapy. The ocular disease was managed conservatively while the systemic Graves' was managed with thyroidectomy