Iris Abscess as an Unusual Presentation of Endogenous Endophthalmitis after Intramuscular Injection
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Date
2010
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Taylor & Francis Inc
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Abstract
Purpose: To report a case of iris abscess due to endogenous endophthalmitis after an intramuscular injection complicated with gluteal abcess. Method: A 65-year-old female presented with decreased vision and burning pain in her right eye, 2 weeks after an intramuscular injection. Results: Iris abscess and hypopyon with a fibrinous exudate was noted in the anterior chamber of the right eye. Blood culture and anterior chamber paracentesis was positive for methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus. Conclusions: The authors believe this to be the first case of an iris abscess due to gluteal abscess after intramuscular injection.
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endogenous endophthalmitis, gluteal abscess, intramuscular injection, iris abscess, Staphylococcus aureus
Journal or Series
Ocular Immunology and Inflammation
WoS Q Value
Q3
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N/A
Volume
18
Issue
3
