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Adre E, Maestre-Mesa J, Durkee H, Arboleda A, Flynn H, Amescua G, Parel JM, Miller D. Nocardia keratitis: amikacin nonsusceptibility, risk factors, and treatment outcomes. J Ophthalmic Inflamm Infect 2022; 12:11. [PMID: 35247126 PMCID: PMC8898206 DOI: 10.1186/s12348-022-00287-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2021] [Accepted: 02/14/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To report the increasing trends in Nocardia keratitis species diversity and in vitro antibiotic susceptibility, to demonstrate contact lens wear as a risk factor, and to report visual acuity outcomes after treatment. METHODS A retrospective clinical case series was performed at a single academic referral center which identified 26 patients with culture-confirmed Nocardia keratitis between 2014 and 2021. A combination of conventional microbiology and molecular techniques were used to identify isolates. Antibiotic susceptibilities were determined using both commercial and in-house laboratory methods. Microbiology and electronic medical records were used to characterize patients' clinical profiles. RESULTS Patients' median age was 32.5 years with a 2:1 male to female ratio. Eighty-four percent (n = 21/25) of patients were diagnosed within two weeks of symptom onset. Nocardia amikacinitolerans (n = 11/26) was the most recovered Nocardia isolate among study patients. Sixty-four percent (n = 16/25) of all isolates, including all 11 N. amikacinitolerans isolates, were resistant to amikacin. All isolates were susceptible to trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole. Contact lens wear was the leading identified risk factor (n = 23/26) in this population. Median time to resolution was 44 days (n = 23, range: 3-190 days). Seventy-one percent of patients (n = 15/21) had a final visual acuity of 20/40 or better. CONCLUSION Amikacin resistant Nocardia isolates were the majority in the current study. Trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole may be the preferred alternative antibiotic treatment based on in vitro susceptibilities. Contact lens wear was the major risk factor for Nocardia keratitis in South Florida. Overall visual acuity treatment outcomes of patients were favorable.
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- Ethan Adre
- University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA.,Ophthalmic Biophysics Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Ocular Microbiology Laboratory, Anne Bates Leach Eye Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, McKnight Research Pavilions, Rm 103A,1638 NW 10th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33136, USA.,Department of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Ophthalmic Biophysics Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA.,Ophthalmic Biophysics Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Ophthalmic Biophysics Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA.,Department of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Ophthalmic Biophysics Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA.,Department of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Ocular Microbiology Laboratory, Anne Bates Leach Eye Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, McKnight Research Pavilions, Rm 103A,1638 NW 10th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33136, USA. .,Department of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA.
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Chang EL, Chu RL, Wittpenn JR, Perry HD. Nocardia keratitis mimicking superior limbic keratoconjunctivitis and herpes simplex virus. Am J Ophthalmol Case Rep 2021; 22:101030. [PMID: 33665477 PMCID: PMC7900621 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajoc.2021.101030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2020] [Revised: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 02/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Purpose Nocardia keratitis is a rare type of infectious keratitis and may mimic other corneal diseases and lead to delay in diagnosis. This case illustrates how Nocardia often escapes accurate diagnosis due to its insidious onset, variable clinical manifestations, and unusual characteristics on cultures. Observation The patient presented with an epithelial defect and superior pannus and scarring, which was misdiagnosed as superior limbic keratoconjunctivitis (SLK) and herpes simplex virus (HSV) keratitis. Repeat corneal scraping cultures, smears, and conjunctival biopsy were necessary to elucidate the diagnosis. It can be effectively treated with the intravenous preparation of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole 80 mg/mL (brand name SEPTRA) used topically as eye drops. Conclusion The diagnosis of Nocardia keratitis relies on a high clinical suspicion and a prompt corneal scraping with culture. Due to its potential for rapid resolution with early therapy, it is important to isolate Nocardia early in its disease course. Importance Topical amikacin had been the standard of care for Nocardia keratitis for many years. However, recently there is increasing resistance of Nocardia to amikacin. SEPTRA offers an alternative therapy. Nocardia keratitis mimics other infectious and inflammatory etiologies so rapid diagnosis and treatment is critical in the prevention of long-term complications.
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- Eileen L Chang
- Department of Ophthalmology, Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow, NY, 11554, USA
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- Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, 11794, USA
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- Division of Cornea and Refractive Surgery, Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island, Rockville Centre, NY, 11570, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow, NY, 11554, USA.,Division of Cornea and Refractive Surgery, Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island, Rockville Centre, NY, 11570, USA
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Soleimani M, Masoumi A, Khodavaisy S, Heidari M, Haydar AA, Izadi A. Current diagnostic tools and management modalities of Nocardia keratitis. J Ophthalmic Inflamm Infect 2020; 10:36. [PMID: 33263838 PMCID: PMC7710777 DOI: 10.1186/s12348-020-00228-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2020] [Accepted: 11/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Nocardia species are an uncommon but important cause of keratitis. The purpose of this review is to discus previous published papers relation to the epidemiology, etiology, diagnosis and management of Nocardia keratitis. Nocardia asteroides is the most frequently reported from Nocardia keratitis. Pain, photophobia, blepharospasm and lid swelling are mainly clinical manifestations. Usual risk factors for Nocardia keratitis are trauma, surgery, corticosteroids, and contact lens wear. Several antibiotics were used for treatment of Nocardia infection but according to studies, topical amikacin is the drug of choice for Nocardia keratitis. Topical steroid should not prescribe in these patients. In conclusion, although Nocardia keratitis is rare, early diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent any scar formation and preserve a good visual acuity.
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- Mohammad Soleimani
- Ocular Trauma and Emergency Department, Farabi Eye Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Ocular Trauma and Emergency Department, Farabi Eye Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Ocular Trauma and Emergency Department, Farabi Eye Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Ocular Trauma and Emergency Department, Farabi Eye Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Parasitology and Mycology, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Afsharpaiman S, Zare M, Yasemi M, Jamialahmadi T, Sahebkar A. The Prevalence of Infectious Keratitis after Keratorefractive Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Study. J Ophthalmol 2020; 2020:6329321. [PMID: 32774907 PMCID: PMC7407012 DOI: 10.1155/2020/6329321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2020] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The keratorefractive surgeries (KRS) are one of the most common ocular surgeries. One of the dangerous complications of these surgeries is infectious keratitis (IK), which is the second cause of blindness after cataract surgery. The purpose of this study was to estimate the prevalence of IK after KRS in different parts of the world. METHODS In order to obtain relevant studies, all national and international databases including IranMedex, SID, Magiran, IranDoc, Medlib, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane, Embase, Web of Science, and Google Scholar were searched using standard keywords. RESULTS IK prevalence after KRS was 0.000496% (0.000145% for the left eye and 0.000149% for the right eye). IK prevalence after KRS in the United States, Europe, and Asia was 0.000667%, 0.000473%, and 0.000045%, respectively, in all of which the common microorganisms were Staphylococci. Meta-regression showed no significant association between IK after KRS and either sample size or publication year of the studies. IK prevalence after KRS in the right eye was more than that in the left one. Also, the probability of IK incidence after LASIK surgery was more than PRK and LASEK. In the evaluation of continents, IK after KRS in the United States was more frequent compared with Europe and Asia. CONCLUSIONS This study provided data as to the overall prevalence of IK following KRS and its variations according to the types of eye, surgery, pathogenic microorganism, and geographical location.
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- Shahla Afsharpaiman
- Health Research Center, Life Style Institute, Bagiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Jahrom University of Medical Sciences, Jahrom, Iran
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- Health Research Center, Life Style Institute, Bagiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Quchan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Quchan, Iran
- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Halal Research Center of IRI, FDA, Tehran, Iran
- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Egrilmez S, Yildirim-Theveny Ş. Treatment-Resistant Bacterial Keratitis: Challenges and Solutions. Clin Ophthalmol 2020; 14:287-297. [PMID: 32099313 PMCID: PMC6996220 DOI: 10.2147/opth.s181997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2019] [Accepted: 12/10/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Bacterial keratitis is an important ophthalmic emergency and one of the most common causes of corneal blindness. The main causes of treatment resistance in bacterial keratitis are failure to eliminate predisposing factors, misdiagnosis and mistreatment. At first, exogenous, local and systemic predisposing factors that disturbing ocular surface must be eliminated to improve corneal ulcers and to prevent recurrences. Smears and scrapings for staining and culture are indispensable diagnostic tools for cases of sight-threatening keratitis (centrally located, multifocal, characterized by melting, painful). Main treatment agents in bacterial keratitis treatment are topical antibiotics. Until the results of culture antibiograms reach the ophthalmologist, empirical antibiotic selections based on direct microscopic examination and gram stain findings are the most appropriate initial treatment approach currently. S. aureus and coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS), the most common gram-positive agents, have resistance rates of more than 30% for fluoroquinolone and methicillin. Multidrug resistance rates are similarly high in these microorganisms. P. aeruginosa is the most common gram-negative micro-organism, in case of multidrug-resistant isolates, both functional and anatomical prognosis of the eyes are very poor. In cases of sight-threatening and resistant keratitis, antibiotic susceptibility testing containing imipenem, colistin, and linezolid is seeming to be an important requirement. Despite its efficiency limited to superficial cases, a nonpharmaceutical anti-infective treatment option such as corneal crosslinking for bacterial keratitis is an emerging hope, while antibiotic resistance increases. ![]()
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Post-keratorefractive Surgery Infections: Management Strategies. CURRENT OPHTHALMOLOGY REPORTS 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s40135-015-0074-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Antimicrobial Agents in Ophthalmology. OCULAR INFECTIONS 2014. [PMCID: PMC7123564 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-662-43981-4_2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Many types of antimicrobial agents have been introduced for the treatment of ocular infectious diseases. Some ocular infections have been eradicated such as smallpox, while others have been controlled by public health measures such as trachoma. The resilience of viruses and the tenacity of bacteria have led to the evolution of old diseases and the emergence of new infections. Continuous search for new antimicrobial agents for the treatment of infectious diseases is, therefore, highly desirable. New infectious agents are discovering the human race, and the ecological changes are exposing mankind to new viruses and bacteria. In addition, air travel and disruption of geographic barriers are leading to new forms of infectious diseases. In the twentieth century, there was a widespread false optimism that infectious diseases are eradicated by antimicrobial agents. It was soon discovered that many infections require new strategies for the treatment of ocular infections. The new antimicrobial agents that have been introduced over the past century can be classified into four major categories including (1) antibiotics that inhibit cell wall synthesis and integrity, (2) antibiotics that inhibit and suppress cell membrane functions, (3) antibiotics that interfere the protein synthesis, and (4) antibiotics that modulate nucleic acid synthesis. The selection of antimicrobial agents for the treatment of ocular infectious diseases is based on the most frequently encountered organisms, the pharmacokinetics of the antibiotics, the dosage required, the ocular penetration, and the cost of therapy. The stumbling blocks to safe and effective antimicrobial therapy in ocular infections include the resistance of the microorganisms, toxicity of the drug, and poor ocular penetration of antimicrobial agents.
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Lalitha P, Srinivasan M, Rajaraman R, Ravindran M, Mascarenhas J, Priya JL, Sy A, Oldenburg CE, Ray KJ, Zegans ME, McLeod SD, Lietman TM, Acharya NR. Nocardia keratitis: clinical course and effect of corticosteroids. Am J Ophthalmol 2012; 154:934-939.e1. [PMID: 22959881 PMCID: PMC3498612 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajo.2012.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2012] [Revised: 06/12/2012] [Accepted: 06/13/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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PURPOSE To compare the clinical course of Nocardia species keratitis with keratitis resulting from other bacterial organisms and to assess the effect of corticosteroids as adjunctive therapy using data collected from the Steroids for Corneal Ulcers Trial. DESIGN Subgroup analysis of a randomized controlled trial. METHODS setting: Multicenter randomized controlled trial. study population: Five hundred patients with bacterial keratitis randomized 1:1 to topical corticosteroid or placebo who had received at least 48 hours of topical moxifloxacin. intervention/observation procedure: Topical prednisolone phosphate 1% or placebo and clinical course of Nocardia keratitis. main outcome measures: Best spectacle-corrected visual acuity and infiltrate or scar size at 3 months from enrollment. RESULTS Of 500 patients enrolled in the trial, 55 (11%) had a Nocardia corneal ulcer. Patients with Nocardia ulcers had better presentation visual acuity compared with non-Nocardia ulcers (median Snellen visual acuity, 20/45, compared with 20/145; P < .001) and comparable 3-month visual acuity (median, 20/25, vs 20/40; P = .25). Nocardia ulcers had approximately 2 lines less of improvement in visual acuity compared with non-Nocardia ulcers (0.21 logarithm of the minimal angle of resolution; 95% confidence interval, 0.09 to 0.33 logarithm of the minimal angle of resolution; P = .001). This difference may reflect the better starting visual acuity in patients with Nocardia ulcers. In Nocardia ulcers, corticosteroids were associated with an average 0.4-mm increase in 3-month infiltrate or scar size (95% confidence interval, 0.03 to 0.77 mm; P = .03). CONCLUSIONS Nocardia ulcers responded well to treatment. They showed less overall improvement in visual acuity than non-Nocardia ulcers, but had better presentation acuity. Corticosteroids may be associated with worse outcomes.
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- F.I. Proctor Foundation, University of California, San Francisco
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- F.I. Proctor Foundation, University of California, San Francisco
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- Department of Surgery (Ophthalmology), Dartmouth Medical School, Lebanon, NH
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of California, San Francisco
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- F.I. Proctor Foundation, University of California, San Francisco
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of California, San Francisco
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco
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- F.I. Proctor Foundation, University of California, San Francisco
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of California, San Francisco
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Sharma DP, Sharma S, Wilkins MR. Microbial keratitis after corneal laser refractive surgery. Future Microbiol 2011; 6:819-31. [PMID: 21797693 DOI: 10.2217/fmb.11.61] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Corneal laser refractive surgery is increasingly being performed on patients with the aim of improving unaided vision. Most candidates for surgery have excellent spectacle- or contact lens-corrected vision. Although microbial keratitis following refractive surgery is a rare complication, and usually has a good visual outcome, it can be sight-threatening. The spectrum of pathogens differs to other causes of microbial keratitis, such as contact lens-associated keratitis, and a different management approach is required. Postoperatively, patients are prescribed topical steroids and broad-spectrum topical antibiotics, typically fluoroquinolones. These do not cover unusual organisms, such as fungi, Nocardia, Acanthamoeba and some atypical mycobacteria. In post-laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis microbial keratitis, the lamellar flap should be lifted to acquire samples for specific microbiological examination, including these atypical organisms. Confocal microscopy is a noninvasive test that provides morphological information, and is operator dependent, but may assist in the rapid diagnosis of fungal, Acanthamoeba or Norcardia keratitis. PCR is not in widespread use, but has high sensitivity and specificity, and may facilitate early diagnosis and specific treatment of the causative organism, which is critical in obtaining the best clinical outcome.
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Trichet E, Cohen-Bacrie S, Conrath J, Drancourt M, Hoffart L. Nocardia transvalensis keratitis: an emerging pathology among travelers returning from Asia. BMC Infect Dis 2011; 11:296. [PMID: 22040176 PMCID: PMC3234200 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2334-11-296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2011] [Accepted: 10/31/2011] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background The incidence rate of Nocardia keratitis is increasing, with new species identified thanks to molecular methods. We herein report a case of Nocardia transvalensis keratitis, illustrating this emerging pathology among travellers returning from Asia. Case presentation A 23-year-old man presented with a 10-week history of ocular pain, redness, and blurred vision in his right eye following a projectile foreign body impacting the cornea while motor biking in Thaïland. At presentation, a central epithelial defect with a central whitish stromal infiltrate associated with pinhead satellite infiltrates was observed. Identification with 16S rRNA PCR sequencing and microbiological culture of corneal scraping and revealed N. transvalensis as the causative organism. Treatment was initiated with intensive topical amikacin, oral ketoconazole and oral doxycycline. After a four-week treatment period, the corneal infiltrate decreased so that only a faint subepithelial opacity remained. Conclusion Nocardia organisms should be suspected as the causative agent of any case of keratitis in travelers returning from Asia. With appropriate therapy, Nocardia keratitis resolves, resulting in good visual outcome.
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- Elodie Trichet
- Service d'ophtalmologie, Hôpital de la Timone, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille, Marseille, France
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To review new clinically relevant data regarding the prevention cause and treatment of laser in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) infections. RECENT FINDINGS Many recent studies of post-LASIK infectious keratitis show the predominance of atypical mycobacteria and Gram-positive cocci and the growing number of other rare pathogens. The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery White Paper treatment paradigm remains the model for initial treatment of LASIK-associated infectious keratitis. SUMMARY Improved understanding of the risk factor, different causes, along with a high degree of suspicion on initial presentation is crucial in order to provide the appropriate management in LASIK-associated infectious keratitis.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Nocardia keratitis is a rarity in most parts of the world. If the diagnosis is timely, and appropriate treatment started, then the visual outcome is good. The purpose of this review is to discuss the recently published literature in relation to the epidemiology, cause, diagnosis, and therapy of Nocardia keratitis. RECENT FINDINGS The incidence of Nocardia keratitis, although not well established, appears to be increasing with new species identified with newer molecular methods. The different species causing keratitis are Nocardia. arthritidis, N. neocaledoniensis, N. asiatica, N. asteroids type IV, N. brasiliensis, N. pseudobrasiliensis, N. cyriacigeorgica, N. farcinica, N. otitidiscaviarum, and N. transvalensis. Current therapies with fortified amikacin and newer fluoroquinolones are effective, provided the diagnosis has been made in good time. Ongoing research toward rapid diagnosis using various molecular techniques seems to be promising. Diagnostic microbiology laboratories need to be familiar with these organisms especially in endemic areas, and it is important for the clinician to notify the suspicion of such cases. SUMMARY The current recommended treatment is amikacin, and with appropriate therapy, Nocardia keratitis resolves with scarring, with or without vascularization, resulting in good visual outcome.
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Javadi MA, Kanavi MR, Zarei-Ghanavati S, Zarei S, Mirbabaei F, Jamali H, Shoja M, Mahdavi M, Naghshgar N, Yazdani S, Faramarzi A. Outbreak of Nocardia keratitis after photorefractive keratectomy: clinical, microbiological, histopathological, and confocal scan study. J Cataract Refract Surg 2009; 35:393-8. [PMID: 19185261 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2008.08.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2008] [Revised: 08/11/2008] [Accepted: 08/12/2008] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Nocardia keratitis occurred in 4 eyes of 3 patients (2 women and 1 man) who had photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) by the same surgeon at the same center. Two eyes of the first 2 patients required lamellar keratectomy to debulk the involved stroma and obtain specimens for microbiological and histopathological evaluation. Light microscopic examination disclosed gram-positive and acid-fast filaments of Nocardia that were confirmed by the microbiological results. Diagnosis of Nocardia keratitis in the third case was not as challenging as in the first 2 cases because of a high index of suspicion. Confocal scans of all cases disclosed hyperreflective and slender, fibril-like structures in the corneal stroma. All eyes responded favorably to topical amikacin and the infection resolved without recurrence. The most probable cause of the outbreak was inadequate attention to sterility during surgery.
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- Mohammad-Ali Javadi
- Labbafinejad Ophthalmic Research Center, Shaheed Beheshti Medical University, Tehran, Iran.
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Unilateral Candida parapsilosis interface keratitis after laser in situ keratomileusis: case report and review of the literature. Cornea 2009; 28:105-7. [PMID: 19092419 DOI: 10.1097/ico.0b013e318184e69b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE To describe a rare case of early-onset Candida parapsilosis infection after laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) and review the published reports of post-LASIK fungal infections. METHODS A 32-year-old woman presented with interface infiltration in the central interface in the right eye 2 days after LASIK surgery. The right eye flap was lifted, and the opacities were scraped. Two days later, a 3- x 3-mm-dense oval opacity and diffuse hazes were noted. Surgical intervention was arranged because of suspicion of interface infectious keratitis. RESULTS After an apparent post-LASIK keratitis with related interface inflammation failed to respond to medical therapy, corneal culture results were positive for C. parapsilosis 2 weeks 6 days after presentation. The patient was started on topical drops of amphotericin B 0.15% every hour after the smear showed the presence of yeast. The opacities decreased, and the topical antifungal drops were tapered. One month later, her uncorrected visual acuity recovered to 20/20. CONCLUSIONS Candida parapsilosis interface keratitis after LASIK may occur in the early phase. Early diagnosis and proper treatment can result in good outcome.
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Yin X, Liang S, Sun X, Luo S, Wang Z, Li R. Ocular nocardiosis: HSP65 gene sequencing for species identification of Nocardia spp. Am J Ophthalmol 2007; 144:570-3. [PMID: 17698022 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajo.2007.06.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2007] [Revised: 06/16/2007] [Accepted: 06/20/2007] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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PURPOSE To assess hsp65 gene sequencing for detection and species identification of genus Nocardia from ocular isolates. DESIGN A prospective study based on laboratory investigation. METHODS Genus-specific hsp65 gene sequencing was used to identify the genus Nocardia isolated from 11 consecutive cases of ocular nocardiosis to the species level. RESULTS Eleven eye clinical isolates belong to six species: N. arthritidis (3/11), N. neocaledoniensis (3/11), N. asiatica (2/11), N. asteroids type 4 (1/11), N. brasiliensis (1/11), and N. pseudobrasiliensis (1/11). N. arthritidis is the most important etiologic species that causes Nocardia keratitis. N. neocaledoniens is isolated in the conjunctiva, and might cause conjunctivitis. CONCLUSIONS Genus-specific hsp65 gene sequencing can be a rapid and reliable adjunct in the diagnosis of ocular Nocardia to the genus and species level. N. arthritidis other than N. asteroids (often appeared in surveys) is the most important etiologic species in ocular nocardiasis. N. neocaledoniensis can be isolated in conjunctiva, and might be able to cause conjunctivitis. The diversity of species has important implications for the etiology, pathogenesis, and treatment (drug susceptibility).
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- Xiaotang Yin
- Department of Ocular Microbiology, Beijing Institute of Ophthalmology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital University of Medical Science, Beijing, China
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Infectious keratitis is a medical emergency. Improper management can lead to marked loss of vision. This review identifies recent trends in the study of infectious keratitis. RECENT FINDINGS A multicountry outbreak of Fusarium keratitis emphasizes that contact lens wear is a major risk factor for infectious keratitis. Acanthamoeba and fungal keratitis are the most expensive forms of infectious keratitis to treat. Noninvasive methods and molecular techniques have improved diagnosis of infectious keratitis. Fortified topical antibiotics and fluoroquinolones are still the mainstay of bacterial keratitis therapy. Voriconazole and new routes of administration of conventional antifungals appear promising for fungal keratitis. Antivirals and amelioration of host inflammatory response are promising for viral keratitis; the host response is also crucial in pathogenesis of Pseudomonas aeruginosa keratitis. Trauma-induced bacterial and fungal keratitis and contact lens-associated keratitis are preventable entities. SUMMARY Improved modalities of diagnosis and treatment have improved the outcome of infectious keratitis, but therapy of acanthamoebal, fungal and P. aeruginosa keratitis is still a challenge. Effective strategies must neutralize potential risk factors and counter host response overactivity without impairing killing of infecting microorganisms. Trauma-induced bacterial and fungal keratitis can be prevented.
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Moshirfar M, Welling JD, Feiz V, Holz H, Clinch TE. Infectious and noninfectious keratitis after laser in situ keratomileusis. J Cataract Refract Surg 2007; 33:474-83. [PMID: 17321399 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2006.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2006] [Accepted: 11/01/2006] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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PURPOSE To retrospectively review the occurrence, treatment, and visual outcomes associated with various etiologies of keratitis as a postoperative complication of laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) at an academic surgical center. SETTING John A. Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. METHODS The charts of 5618 post-LASIK patients (10 477 eyes) were reviewed for the development of keratitis. Occurrence rates, management regimens, and final best spectacle-corrected visual acuity (BSCVA) were reported for infectious and noninfectious keratitis etiologies. RESULTS Post-LASIK keratitis was diagnosed in 279 eyes. The keratitis was diagnosed as infectious in 33 eyes (12%) and as noninfectious in 246 eyes (88%). Infectious cases included 5 eyes (15%) with herpes simplex keratitis (HSV), 18 (55%) with adenoviral keratitis, and 10 (30%) with nonviral (including bacterial, fungal, and parasitic) keratitis. Of noninfectious cases, 193 (78%) were classified as diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK), 36 (15%) as staphylococcal marginal hypersensitivity, and 17 (15%) as localized debris-related keratitis. CONCLUSIONS The occurrence of post-LASIK keratitis was 2.66%, with DLK being the most common diagnosis overall. The occurrence of noninfectious keratitis (2.34%) was 7.5 times greater than the occurrence of infectious keratitis (0.31%). Adenoviral keratitis had the best visual outcomes overall, with all 18 patients achieving 20/20 BSCVA. In contrast, all 5 eyes with HSV keratitis lost 1 or 2 lines of BSCVA. Excluding adenoviral keratitis, infectious etiologies had significantly worse visual outcomes than noninfectious etiologies at the 20/40 and 20/20 levels (P = .0013 and P<.001, respectively).
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- Majid Moshirfar
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.
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PURPOSE To report a cluster of Nocardia asteroides keratitis cases after LASIK. METHODS Retrospective review of the history and examination of three patients (four eyes) operated on the same day at a single center who developed postoperative keratitis. All patients underwent lifting of the superficial flap for microbiologic evaluation of the corneal scrapings. The operating surgeon was contacted to identify the possible source of contamination. RESULTS Two patients underwent simultaneous bilateral LASIK; however, only one developed postoperative keratitis in both eyes. One patient had unilateral surgery and developed keratitis in the operated eye. Microscopic examination of smears from all eyes revealed thin, branching, acid-fast, filamentous bacteria that were identified as Nocardia asteroides after culture. The infiltrates resolved with topical administration of amikacin sulphate (2.5%) and topical and oral trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. Final visual acuity ranged between 20/25 and 20/80. The operating surgeon had used the same blade and microkeratome in all patients. CONCLUSIONS Nocardia, a relatively unusual organism, can cause an epidemic of infection after LASIK.
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- Prashant Garg
- Cornea and Anterior Segment Service, L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India.
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Laser Literature Watch. Photomed Laser Surg 2006; 24:222-48. [PMID: 16706704 DOI: 10.1089/pho.2006.24.222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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