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Challenges in the management of Neisseria gonorrhoeae keratitis.

Challenges in the management of Neisseria gonorrhoeae keratitis.

Authors :
McElnea, Elizabeth
Stapleton, Patrick
Khan, Sheryar
Stokes, John
Higgins, Gareth
Source :
International Ophthalmology; Feb2015, Vol. 35 Issue 1, p135-140, 6p
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

We describe the presentation and subsequent management of a case of keratitis caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. A thirty-nine year old gentleman presented with a purulent ocular discharge. Corneal melt with corneal perforation occurred. Neisseria gonorrhoeae was cultured. Systemic and topical antibiotics were given. Deep lamellar keratoplasty was performed for corneal perforation. At three months post treatment no recurrence of infection was noted. The possibility of Neisseria gonorrhoeaea keratitis should always be considered in patients with a purulent ocular discharge even if the case history is not immediately suggestive of the same. Severe gonococcal keratitis may be unilateral. Deep lamellar keratoplasty can be considered as a therapeutic option in patients with severe gonococcal keratitis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01655701
Volume :
35
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
International Ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
100641934
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10792-014-0032-8