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Restoring vision after cat bite: a case report on successful diagnostic and therapeutic regimen for Capnocytophaga endophthalmitis
ConclusionsEarly recognition as well as prompt and effective treatment of animal bite associated endophthalmitis is essential for good visual recovery and functional outcome. Furthermore, this case highlights the importance of daily follow-up examinations, even in the absence of signs of ocular penetration and intraocular inflammation, to enable prompt and effective treatment initiation. Given the negative results in bacterial culture, we additionally emphasize the value of sequencing-based microbiological diagnostics in unclear cases. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - January 22, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Three cases of recalcitrant Paecilomyces keratitis in Southern California within a short period
ConclusionsPaecilomyces is a rare cause of infectious keratitis. Herein we report three similar cases in elderly patients. All had prolonged, recalcitrant infections that required multiple treatment modalities. Our cases, which were supported by in vivo confocal microscopy and histopathology, highlight the importance of timely and aggressive therapy to prevent recurrence. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - January 4, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Long-term follow-up of a bilateral acute posterior multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathy following COVID-19 infection: a case report
ConclusionCOVID-19 might cause long-lasting activity of APMPPE. The scarcity of reports compared with the number of confirmed COVID-19 infections worldwide suggests a rare entity. The association of APMPPE with a variety of infections may suggest a common immunological aberrant response that might be triggered by various factors. Further examinations and case reports are needed to understand the role of biological therapy in the treatment of such cases. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - January 4, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Corneal ring infiltrate- far more than Acanthamoeba keratitis: review of pathophysiology, morphology, differential diagnosis and management
ConclusionCorneal ring infiltrate might be triggered not only by ocular infectious and non-infectious factors, but also by systemic conditions. Clinical assessment is crucial for empirical diagnosis. Furthermore, treatment is targeted towards the underlying condition but should begin with anti-infectious regimen until not proven otherwise. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - December 19, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Tuberculosis reactivation demonstrated by choroiditis and inflammatory choroidal neovascular membrane in a patient treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors for malignant mucosal melanoma
ConclusionsICPIs can cause a myriad of ocular issues, both by primary immunomodulatory effects as well as secondary reactivation of latent disease. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - December 18, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Surgical induced necrotizing scleritis following intraocular lens replacement
ConclusionSurgery-induced necrotizing scleritis is a severe condition that compromise the ocular and visual integrity. Proper diagnosis, as well as early treatment is required to achieve remission, prevent relapses, and avoid structural complications. In refractory cases, anti-TNF- α immunotherapy associated with surgical tectonic graft interventions can achieve promising results. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - December 7, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Resuming anti-TNF therapy after development of miliary tuberculosis in Behcet ’s disease-related uveitis: a case report
ConclusionThis case suggests that in patients with BD who have discontinued anti-TNF therapy due to miliary TB, restarting anti-TNF therapy may be a therapeutic option after TB has been treated appropriately with careful monitoring for relapse. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - November 28, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Gains in the current understanding of managing neovascular AMD with brolucizumab
ConclusionProgress has been made in understanding how to mitigate IOI-related adverse events following treatment  with brolucizumab. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - November 23, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

False negative result of polymerase chain reaction in very early stages of acute retinal necrosis
ConclusionsThe results of PCR analysis can be negative in the very early stages of ARN. Diagnosis of ARN should be made based on the clinical features, and antiviral treatments should not be delayed. Repeated PCR analysis of the aqueous humour is necessary to confirm the diagnosis and monitor the disease process. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - November 8, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Ocular inflammatory events and COVID-19 vaccination: correspondence
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Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - November 8, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Endophthalmitis caused by Burkholderia cepacia complex (BCC): clinical characteristics, antibiotic susceptibilities, and treatment outcomes
ConclusionsEndophthalmitis caused byB. cepacia is a rare clinical entity with generally poor visual outcomes despite prompt treatment with appropriate antibiotics. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - November 3, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Investigating the effect of eye drops based on iodine nanoparticles in the treatment of corneal ulcers in rabbit eyes
ConclusionNanoparticle iodine is more effective than non-nanoparticle iodine in reducing bacterial load. In reducing the severity of the disease, both types of iodine were superior to no treatment. But there was no apparent difference between the two groups treated with iodine. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - October 26, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Stenotrophomonas maltophilia endophthalmitis following keratoplasty
We report a case ofS. maltophilia endophthalmitis after keratoplasty, which is a rare entity, in a 63-year-old female patient. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - October 13, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Branch retinal vein occlusion in a case of recalcitrant diffuse anterior scleritis treated with tofacitinib
AbstractA 47-year-old woman with hypertension and rheumatoid arthritis presented with non-necrotizing scleritis in both eyes. Despite a course of oral corticosteroids, she continued to experience persistent symptoms. A rheumatologist was consulted and initiated treatment with tofacitinib, a JAK/STAT inhibitor. Treatment with tofacitinib and oral corticosteroids resulted in an improvement in the scleritis in both eyes. However, a fundus examination of her left eye revealed a superior-temporal branch retinal vein occlusion. Given the growing concern regarding the increased risk of thromboembolic events with tofacitinib thera...
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - September 27, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research

Ocular manifestations following COVID-19 vaccination
ConclusionInfective and immunogenic adverse events should be watched out for after COVID-19 vaccination. It is difficult to establish causality for such manifestations, nevertheless, most of them were mild and had good final visual outcomes. (Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection)
Source: Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection - September 23, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research