Contact Lens & Anterior Eye
Volume 31, Issue 4 , Pages 201-206, August 2008

A case of fungal keratitis: A clinical and in vivo confocal microscopy assessment

University of Houston, College of Optometry, 505 J. Davis Armistead Building, Houston, TX 77204–2020, United States

published online 02 July 2008.

Abstract 

A presumed case of fungal keratitis is presented. Confocal images highlight the advantage of using such technology to follow therapeutic progress, particularly when standard laboratory testing is inconclusive. This case also demonstrates the importance of continued patient education regarding overall compliance and lens care.

Keywords: Fungal keratitis, Confocal microscopy, Contact lenses, Contact lens solution

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PII: S1367-0484(08)00036-2

doi:10.1016/j.clae.2008.03.008

Contact Lens & Anterior Eye
Volume 31, Issue 4 , Pages 201-206, August 2008

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