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Listeria endophthalmitis.

P H Ballen, F R Loffredo, B Painter

    Archives of Ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
    |January 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Listeria endophthalmitis occurred in a breast cancer patient undergoing treatment. Early identification of the organism via paracentesis and prompt broad-spectrum antibiotic use are crucial for managing this rare complication.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Listeria endophthalmitis is a rare but severe intraocular infection.
    • Patients with compromised immune systems, such as those undergoing cancer treatment, are at increased risk.
    • This case highlights a potential complication in breast cancer patients receiving extensive therapy.