Infectious keratitis – a review.
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2016
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Abstract
Infectious keratitis is an important problem in the Indian context, and epidemiological studies suggest a higher
prevalence of disease as compared to the developed world. Various aspects of the problem, including the host defence,
ocular and systemic risk factors and microbial mechanisms that enhance pathogenesis have been discussed. The
clinical and microbiological approach to the infected eye and patient and the relevant tests have been outlined. The
major classes of medications that are used the methods of delivery are specified. Finally, the approach to patients with
non-responsive keratitis that requires surgical manoeuvres is also highlighted. Clinical experience is important in
distinguishing an infective from an inflammatory corneal pathology. The role of an experienced microbiologist is
inevitable, for good clinical outcome. Therapeutic keratoplasty has to be done at the right time for better clinical
outcomes.
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Infectious keratitis, non healing corneal ulcer, bacterial keratitis, fungal keratitis
Citation
Safarulla M A, Hussain Shaji, Rajesh P, Swadique Muhemmed. Infectious keratitis – a review. National Journal of Medical and Allied Sciences. 2016; 5(2): 132-139.