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[Healed (?) amoebic keratitis].

T Heinrich1, R Spirig, E P Messmer

  • 1Universitätsspital Zürich, Augenklinik.

Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|May 1, 1991
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Acanthamoeba keratitis, an eye infection, was diagnosed in two contact lens wearers. Microbiological tests confirmed the presence of Acanthamoeba, even after corneal transplantation in one patient.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Microbiology
  • Parasitology

Background:

  • Acanthamoeba keratitis (AK) is a severe infection of the cornea, often associated with contact lens wear.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent vision loss.

Observation:

  • Two cases of AK in contact lens wearers were reported.
  • Microbiological examination of conjunctival swabs and contact lens solutions confirmed the diagnosis.

Findings:

  • One patient underwent perforating keratoplasty for the infection.
  • Vital amoebae or cysts were not detected in the corneal explant post-surgery.
  • Immunohistochemistry revealed fluorescence-positive fragments, likely incomplete Acanthamoeba cyst walls, in the explant.

Implications:

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  • This suggests that Acanthamoeba components may persist in corneal tissue even after treatment and transplantation.
  • Immunohistochemistry can be a valuable tool for detecting residual parasitic material in post-keratoplasty corneal tissue.
  • Further research is needed to understand the clinical significance of these residual fragments.