Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infectious scleritis after vitrectomy for endophthalmitis
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Published on: February 6, 2021
Stephen J Kim1, Bryan J Schwent, Sunil K Srivastava
1From the Department of Ophthalmology, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia.
Purpose:
To report a case of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infectious scleritis after vitrectomy for endophthalmitis.
Methods:
Retrospective chart review of one patient referred to a tertiary academic center for management of methicillin-resistant S. aureus infectious scleritis. Antecedent history, clinical course, response to treatment, and final visual acuity were documented.
Results:
Methicillin-resistant S. aureus infectious scleritis required combination systemic, periocular, intraocular, and topical antibiotics for complete resolution. Visual recovery was limited.
Conclusion:
Methicillin-resistant S. aureus infectious scleritis can complicate vitrectomy for endophthalmitis and requires long-term and multiple-route administration of antibiotics for resolution. Greater awareness of this serious complication along with preventive measures may reduce future occurrences.
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