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Bilateral metastatic endophthalmitis

J H Landers, C W Chappell

    Retina (Philadelphia, Pa.)
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    A rare case of Staphylococcus aureus endophthalmitis, originating from a urinary tract infection, was successfully treated with antibiotics. This study highlights the successful repair of a rhegmatogenous retinal detachment in a patient with metastatic endophthalmitis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Urology

    Background:

    • Metastatic endophthalmitis is a severe intraocular infection that can arise from a distant focus of infection.
    • Staphylococcus aureus is a common pathogen that can cause urinary tract infections (UTIs) and has the potential to spread systemically.

    Observation:

    • This report details an unusual case of bilateral metastatic endophthalmitis secondary to a Staphylococcus aureus UTI.
    • The patient received systemic antibiotic therapy for the infection.
    • Diagnostic procedures included anterior chamber and vitreous aspirations, and enucleation of one eye confirmed S. aureus endophthalmitis.

    Findings:

    • The case presented a unique complication: a rhegmatogenous retinal detachment in one of the affected eyes.
    • The retinal detachment was surgically repaired with a successful outcome.

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  • The patient maintained useful visual acuity in the eye with the repaired detachment.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of considering metastatic endophthalmitis in patients with S. aureus UTIs, even with bilateral presentation.
    • The successful management of a rhegmatogenous retinal detachment in the context of endophthalmitis demonstrates the potential for visual recovery with timely intervention.
    • This case contributes to the understanding of rare complications and treatment strategies for metastatic endophthalmitis.