Contact lens-related Fusarium keratitis: a case report

Infez Med. 2017 Jun 1;25(2):166-168.

Abstract

We aim to highlight the key factors for a good outcome of fungal keratitis. We describe a case of contact lens-related Fusarium keratitis in a young girl. After identification of Fusarium spp under direct microscopic examination and in culture, a prolonged treatment with topic natamycin 5% was started and administered for five months with restitutio ad integrum of the eye. Prompt microbiological diagnosis and a specific and prolonged treatment are essential for correct management of Fusarium keratitis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abscess / drug therapy
  • Abscess / microbiology
  • Adolescent
  • Antifungal Agents / therapeutic use
  • Contact Lens Solutions / adverse effects*
  • Contact Lenses / microbiology*
  • Drug Contamination
  • Female
  • Fusariosis / drug therapy
  • Fusariosis / etiology*
  • Fusariosis / microbiology
  • Humans
  • Keratitis / drug therapy
  • Keratitis / etiology*
  • Keratitis / microbiology
  • Natamycin / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Antifungal Agents
  • Contact Lens Solutions
  • Natamycin