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  • Mycotic keratitis is a severe ocular disease with potential for vision loss.
  • An increasing incidence of mycotic keratitis has been observed over the past two decades.
  • Increased use of soft contact lenses is a potential contributing factor to the rise in cases.

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  • To provide an overview of mycotic keratitis.
  • To discuss typical clinical signs, symptoms, diagnostics, and therapies.
  • To highlight new diagnostic and therapeutic developments in managing keratomycosis.

Summary:

  • This article reviews mycotic keratitis, a serious eye infection.
  • It covers clinical presentation, established diagnostic and treatment methods, and emerging advancements.
  • The review addresses the increasing prevalence linked to soft contact lens wear.

Impact:

  • Informing clinicians about the latest in mycotic keratitis diagnosis and treatment.
  • Raising awareness of the risks associated with contact lens wear and eye infections.
  • Contributing to improved patient outcomes by detailing current and novel therapeutic strategies.