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Acute suppurative bacterial dacryoadenitis: a case series.

Lucy A Goold¹, Simon N Madge, Alicia Au

¹South Australian Institute of Ophthalmology, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia. lgoold@med.usyd.edu.au

The British Journal of Ophthalmology

|April 23, 2013

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Acute bacterial suppurative dacryoadenitis (ASBD) is rare but resolves quickly with appropriate management. Investigation of underlying conditions and broad-spectrum antibiotics are key for effective treatment and recovery.

Keywords:

Infection Lacrimal gland

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Background:

Acute bacterial suppurative dacryoadenitis (ASBD) is an uncommon orbital infection.
This study reviews clinical presentation, microbiology, and outcomes of ASBD.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the clinical characteristics, management strategies, and treatment outcomes of patients diagnosed with ASBD.
To identify common pathogens and predisposing factors associated with ASBD.

Main Methods:

A multicenter, retrospective case series involving patients with a clinical diagnosis of ASBD.
Data collected included demographics, symptoms, signs, radiology, microbiology, treatment, and follow-up.

Main Results:

Eleven patients (mean age 43.9 years) presented with symptoms including eyelid swelling, pain, and redness.
Staphylococcus aureus and skin flora were the most common bacteria; CT revealed lacrimal gland swelling in all cases.
Intravenous antibiotics led to resolution in an average of 9.7 days; two patients required incision and drainage for abscesses.

Conclusions:

ASBD is a rare condition with a favorable prognosis when treated promptly.
Investigating underlying causes and initiating antibiotic therapy covering common skin commensals are crucial for successful management.