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Staphylococcus epidermidis endophthalmitis following strabismus surgery
R Christopher Walton1, Andre S Cohen
1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Memphis 38163, USA. cwalton@utmem.edu
Summary
Endophthalmitis after strabismus surgery is rare. This case highlights successful treatment of Staphylococcus epidermidis endophthalmitis using intravitreal antibiotics and corticosteroids.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Complications
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Strabismus surgery can lead to scleral perforation, a known complication.
- Potential sequelae of scleral perforation include retinal detachment, hemorrhage, and endophthalmitis.
Observation:
- Endophthalmitis following strabismus surgery is exceptionally rare, with an incidence ranging from 1:3500 to 1:185,000.
- A case of Staphylococcus epidermidis endophthalmitis in an adult after strabismus surgery is presented.
Findings:
- The patient's endophthalmitis was successfully treated.
- Treatment involved the administration of intravitreal antibiotics and corticosteroids.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of recognizing and managing rare complications of strabismus surgery.
- Prompt and appropriate treatment, including intravitreal medications, can lead to favorable outcomes in endophthalmitis.
- Highlights the successful management of Staphylococcus epidermidis endophthalmitis post-strabismus surgery.