Fungal keratitis caused by Neurospora: a case report
2024
Fungal Keratitis Caused by Neurospora: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
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Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Lu Yao, Mo Yijun, Weng Yuesong, Li Xiaohui
Primary Institution: Ningbo University
Conclusion
This is the first reported case of fungal keratitis caused by Neurospora in China, and the patient responded well to treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- This case highlights the importance of rapid identification and treatment of fungal keratitis.
- Neurospora is typically considered a contaminant and not a common cause of eye infections.
- The patient had a history of type 2 diabetes, which is a risk factor for fungal infections.
Takeaway
A man got a serious eye infection from a fungus called Neurospora after getting hurt by a tree branch, but doctors helped him get better with special medicine.
Methodology
The patient was treated with topical fluconazole and oral itraconazole after identification of Neurospora through corneal scraping and DNA sequencing.
Participant Demographics
A 40-year-old Mongoloid male with type 2 diabetes.
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