Laser in-situ keratomileusis infection: Review and update of current practices

Arash Mozayan; Assumpta Madu; Prabjot Channa

doi:10.1097/ICU.0b013e3283479ed4

Laser in-situ keratomileusis infection: Review and update of current practices

Arash Mozayan, Assumpta Madu, Prabjot Channa

Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

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Abstract

Purpose of review: To review new clinically relevant data regarding the prevention cause and treatment of laser in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) infections. Recent findings: Many recent studies of post-LASIK infectious keratitis show the predominance of atypical mycobacteria and Gram-positive cocci and the growing number of other rare pathogens. The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery White Paper treatment paradigm remains the model for initial treatment of LASIK-associated infectious keratitis. Summary: Improved understanding of the risk factor, different causes, along with a high degree of suspicion on initial presentation is crucial in order to provide the appropriate management in LASIK-associated infectious keratitis.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	233-237
Number of pages	5
Journal	Current opinion in ophthalmology
Volume	22
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/ICU.0b013e3283479ed4
State	Published - Jul 2011

Keywords

infection
infectious keratitis
laser in-situ keratomileusis
microbial
refractive surgery

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Ophthalmology

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