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Two Cases Of Pneumococcal Keratitis Following Myopic Lasik
Two cases of pneumococcal keratitis following myopic LASIK.
Author: Lifshitz T , Levy J , Raiskup F , Klemperer I , Frucht-Pery J
Source: J Refract Surg, 21(5): 498-501 2005
Summary of Research:
The purpose of the study was to report two cases of pneumococcal keratitis after LASIK.
The methods used in the research:
Retrospective interventional small case series of two patients who underwent bilateral LASIK for myopia and developed pneumococcal keratitis after surgery. This complication was encountered
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2 days after surgery in one eye in both cases. The corneal flap was lifted, and irrigation and cultures from the stromal bed performed. Topical and subconjunctival antibiotics were started.
Results & Conclusion:
Culture revealed Streptococcus pneumoniae in both cases. The infiltrates responded well to treatment. One year after the procedure, uncorrected visual acuity is > 20/40 in both cases.
CONCLUSIONS:
Pneumococcal keratitis can complicate LASIK. Patients should be informed of this potential complication, as prompt treatment is crucial.
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