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Endogenous klebsiella panophthalmitis: Atypical presentation

  • Prince of Songkla University

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Abstract

Endogenous endophthalmitis caused by K. pneumoniae was considered to be a rare cause of endogenous endophthalmitis. Most of the patients had prior medical conditions, and diabetes is the most common underlying condition. Patients with a K. pneumoniae liver abscess are at risk of developing endogenous Klebsiella pneumoniae endophthalmitis (EKE). Clinical manifestation of K. pneumoniae endophthalmitis are unique with posterior chamber becomes full of pus while anterior segment seem quiet. The authors presented a case of extremely rare presentation of endogenous bacterial endophthalmitis, who presented with choroidal mass. After receiving pars plana vitrectomy and intravitreal antibiotic injection, clinical condition improved. Despite aggressive treatment, the final visual outcome was generally poor.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)830-833
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of the Medical Association of Thailand
Volume95
Issue number6
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2012
Externally publishedYes

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • Endogenous klebsiella endophthalmitis
  • Metastatic endophthalmitis
  • Panophthalmitis
  • Subretinal abscess

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