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Bilateral acanthamoeba keratitis and treatment strategy based on lesion depth
Mojgan Hassanlou1, Anuj Bhargava, William G Hodge
1University of Ottawa Eye Institute, Ottawa, Ont.
Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. Journal Canadien D'Ophtalmologie
|February 8, 2006
Abstract
Case Report:
This report summarizes a case of bilateral acanthamoeba keratitis in an 18-year-old male contact-lens wearer. Early diagnosis is important and combination treatment is recommended, tailored to the depth of the lesions.
Comments:
Treatment can be difficult, particularly since amoebic cysts are especially resistant. Surgery may be required for advanced cases. Suggestions for reducing corneal toxicity to antiamoebic therapy are included.
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