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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Infectious Diseases
Mycology

Background:

Inpatient candidaemia (bloodstream infection with Candida) is increasing.
Ocular candidiasis is a serious complication requiring prompt diagnosis and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To review ocular candidiasis epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
To determine current prevalence and risk factors in an inpatient hospital setting.

Main Methods:

Retrospective review of inpatient ophthalmology consultations for candidaemia.
Systematic literature review using PubMed with keywords related to Candida and ocular infections.

Main Results:

Ocular candidiasis (chorioretinitis) was present in 7.9% of candidaemia consultations.
Patient-reported or un-reportable symptoms were significantly associated with ocular candidiasis risk.
Candida albicans was the most common species identified in ocular cases.

Conclusions:

Increasing candidaemia necessitates awareness of ocular involvement risks.
Symptom presence and Candida albicans are key risk factors for ocular candidiasis.
Systemic antifungal therapy is recommended; intravitreal or surgical options may be needed for severe cases.