Novel case of clostridium perfringens endophthalmitis after anti–vascular endothelial growth factor injection

Conclusion: This case describes a unique and virulent pathogen leading to globe loss after an anti–vascular endothelial growth factor injection. C. perfringens, naturally living in feces or soil, is more commonly associated with dirty traumatic open-globe injuries. However, it is an important pathogen to consider when there is rapid destruction of eye structures associated with endophthalmitis. Based on a root cause analysis of this case, our department has introduced patient information leaflets on hand hygiene to educate patients having intraocular injections.
Source: Retinal Cases and Brief Reports - Category: Opthalmology Tags: Case Report Source Type: research