Effectiveness of voriconazole and corneal cross-linking on Phialophora verrucosa keratitis: a case report

ConclusionsBecause of the chronic nature ofPhialophora verrucosa, a patient ’s first visit may occur many years after trauma, and sometimes clinical presentation might not appear to indicate fungal infection. Therefore, a high index of suspicion is needed in this situation. Voriconazole showed good results in our case. Instead of using a more invasive keratoplasty, we use d corneal cross-linking to strengthen the corneal biomechanics. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case showing the benefit of corneal cross-linking to improve corneal biomechanics in resolvedPhialophora verrucosa keratitis.
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research