Nocardia keratitis: amikacin nonsusceptibility, risk factors, and treatment outcomes

ConclusionAmikacin resistantNocardia isolates were the majority in the current study. Trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole may be the preferred alternative antibiotic treatment based on in vitro susceptibilities. Contact lens wear was the major risk factor forNocardia keratitis in South Florida. Overall visual acuity treatment outcomes of patients were favorable.
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research