Overview of Systemic Candida Infections in Hospital Settings and Report of Candida After DMEK Successfully Treated With Antifungals and Partial Graft Excision

Conclusions: The incidence of nosocomial fungal infections, particularly non-albicans Candida, is increasing, as are the rates of positive fungal cultures from corneal donor tissue and postkeratoplasty fungal infections. Prospective studies are needed to assess the value of routine donor cultures, compare the safety and efficacy of various prophylactic treatments, and evaluate addition of antifungals to cold storage media.
Source: Cornea - Category: Opthalmology Tags: Case Report Source Type: research