Acute dacryocystitis: Microbiological profiles from an infectious diseases perspective

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Infectious Diseases
• Microbiology

Background:

• Acute dacryocystitis is a common eye infection.
• Multidisciplinary management is often required for complex cases.
• Understanding local microbial epidemiology is vital for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate microorganisms, antimicrobial resistance, and clinical profiles in adult acute dacryocystitis.
• To determine therapeutic approaches and present epidemiological data from Turkey.
• To guide empirical therapy and individualized antimicrobial management.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective analysis of adult patients managed by infectious diseases specialists.
• Review of clinical and microbiological data from electronic medical records.
• Pathogen identification and susceptibility testing using standard microbiological methods.

Main Results:

• Staphylococcus aureus was the most frequent isolate (n=12).
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Enterobacteriaceae were leading Gram-negative pathogens.
• All Gram-positive isolates were susceptible to vancomycin; susceptibility varied for other antibiotics.

Conclusions:

• Culture-based therapy is essential for adult acute dacryocystitis, especially in complex cases.
• This study provides local epidemiological data to inform treatment strategies.
• Findings support individualized antimicrobial management for improved patient care.