Abstract
Endogenous infectious endophthalmitis is rare, and a primary source is usually identified. A case of primary fungal endophthalmitis successfully treated with vitrectomy and systemic antifungal therapy is presented. The aetiology and treatment of the condition are discussed.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Antifungal Agents / therapeutic use*
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Candida albicans / isolation & purification
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Candidiasis / diagnosis*
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Candidiasis / therapy
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Diagnosis, Differential
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Endophthalmitis / diagnosis*
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Endophthalmitis / microbiology*
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Endophthalmitis / therapy
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Eye Infections, Fungal / diagnosis*
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Eye Infections, Fungal / therapy
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Female
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Follow-Up Studies
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Humans
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Vitrectomy*
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Vitreous Body / microbiology