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  • Virology
  • Infectious Diseases

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  • Adenovirus is the most common cause of infectious conjunctivitis, a highly contagious viral eye infection.
  • Transmission occurs through direct contact with ocular secretions, respiratory droplets, or contaminated instruments.
  • Epidemic keratoconjunctivitis (EKC) and pharyngoconjunctival fever (PCF) are common clinical manifestations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of adenoviral conjunctivitis.
  • To highlight the diagnostic challenges and the role of rapid diagnostic tests.
  • To emphasize supportive care as the primary treatment modality for most cases.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of adenoviral conjunctivitis, focusing on transmission, clinical features, and diagnostic approaches.
  • Analysis of diagnostic accuracy rates and the impact of rapid diagnostic tests.
  • Summary of current treatment guidelines and prognosis.

Main Results:

  • Clinical diagnosis accuracy for viral conjunctivitis is below 50%.
  • Rapid diagnostic tests are effective in reducing unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions.
  • Most adenoviral conjunctivitis cases are self-limited, requiring only supportive care.

Conclusions:

  • Adenoviral conjunctivitis, particularly EKC, presents with distinct symptoms but can be challenging to diagnose accurately.
  • Rapid diagnostic tests improve diagnostic precision and reduce antibiotic overuse.
  • Supportive management is key for uncomplicated viral conjunctivitis, with most cases resolving without specific intervention.