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Capnocytophaga endophthalmitis

P E Rubsamen1, W M McLeish, S Pflugfelder

  • 1Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Miami School of Medicine, FL 33101.

Ophthalmology
|April 1, 1993
PubMed
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Capnocytophaga species can cause endophthalmitis, an infection within the eye, potentially leading to vision loss. Prompt treatment with cephalosporins may be effective in managing Capnocytophaga eye infections.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Capnocytophaga species are known to cause necrotizing keratitis.
  • Endophthalmitis is a serious intraocular infection that can lead to vision loss.

Observation:

  • Three cases of endophthalmitis caused by Capnocytophaga species are presented.
  • Infection occurred as a single organism or in mixed infections, associated with sepsis, penetrating injury, or corneal graft keratitis.
  • Capnocytophaga isolates demonstrated sensitivity to third-generation cephalosporins.

Findings:

  • Capnocytophaga species can be a cause of endophthalmitis.
  • Two patients regained vision, while one required enucleation.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic therapy are crucial.

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Implications:

  • Capnocytophaga should be considered in the differential diagnosis of endophthalmitis, particularly in patients with risk factors.
  • Further research is warranted to understand the pathogenesis and optimal treatment strategies for Capnocytophaga endophthalmitis.