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Actinomyces viscosus postoperative endophthalmitis.
F J Scarano1, M S Ruddat, A Robinson
1Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Hartford Hospital, CT, USA.
Diagnostic Microbiology and Infectious Disease
|June 4, 1999
Summary
A rare case of endophthalmitis caused by Actinomyces viscosus occurred after cataract surgery in a 78-year-old man. This highlights Actinomyces as a potential ocular pathogen, with susceptibility data provided.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Postoperative endophthalmitis is a serious complication following intraocular surgery.
- Actinomyces species are uncommon causes of endophthalmitis, particularly in the context of cataract surgery.
Observation:
- A 78-year-old male patient developed endophthalmitis subsequent to cataract surgery.
- The causative organism was identified as Actinomyces viscosus.
Findings:
- This case represents a rare instance of postoperative endophthalmitis due to Actinomyces viscosus.
- Antimicrobial susceptibility data for the isolated Actinomyces viscosus strain are presented.
Implications:
- Emphasizes the need to consider Actinomyces species as potential pathogens in severe ocular infections.
- Highlights the importance of accurate identification and susceptibility testing for effective management of rare endophthalmitis cases.