Three Cases of Pseudomonas Corneal Ulcer in Soft Contact Lens Wearer.
- Author:
Sang Joon LEE
1
;
Joo Hwa LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Ophthalmology, Paik Hospital, College of Medicine, Inje University, Seoul, Korea.
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
pseudomonas aeruginosa;
soft contact lens;
Amikacin
- MeSH:
Amikacin;
Anti-Bacterial Agents;
Contact Lenses, Hydrophilic*;
Corneal Ulcer*;
Freezing;
Humans;
Pseudomonas aeruginosa;
Pseudomonas*;
Ulcer
- From:Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
1990;31(5):681-686
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
Pseudomonas aeruginosa is one of the most important corneal pathogens and is perphaps the most common Gram-negative organism causing corneal ulcers. It causes a rapidly spreading ulcer, which can follow minor corneal trauma. Early descemetocele formation, melting, and perforation are not infrequent. Thus, it is very important to cope with the disease by early treatment using effective antibiotics. Recently, with the soft contact lens, the cases of Pseudomonas corneal ulcers are on the rise. We have experienced 3 cases who developed Pseudomonas corneal ulcers due to soft contact lens wearing. We have got good result in treating these patients by using topical Amikacin solution in addition to conventional Pseudomonas corneal ulcer treatments.
