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Phialemonium curvatum infection after phacoemulsification: a case report

Roberto Freda1, Melissa M Dal Pizzol, João B Fortes Filho

  • 1Cornea and External Diseases Section, Department of Ophthalmology, Curso de Especialização em Oftalmologia do Hospital Banco de Olhos de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre RS, Brazil.

European Journal of Ophthalmology
|May 25, 2011
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

A rare corneal infection caused by Phialemonium curvatum after cataract surgery proved aggressive. Despite treatment, the eye infection led to evisceration, highlighting the challenges of fungal keratitis.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Medical Mycology

Background:

  • Phialemonium curvatum is a rare fungal pathogen.
  • Corneal infections can lead to severe visual impairment.

Observation:

  • A case of Phialemonium curvatum wound infection following phacoemulsification is presented.
  • The infection demonstrated marked aggressiveness.

Findings:

  • The fungal keratitis showed no therapeutic response to medical interventions.
  • Surgical treatment was also ineffective in controlling the infection.

Implications:

  • Aggressive fungal keratitis poses a significant challenge in ophthalmic practice.
  • Poor outcomes, including evisceration, underscore the need for prompt diagnosis and effective antifungal strategies.

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