E L Massey1, B C Weston. 1. Department of Ophthalmology, University of South Alabama, Mobile 36689, USA.
Abstract
PURPOSE: To describe a corneal ulcer due to Vibrio vulnificus that resolved rapidly with antibiotic therapy alone. METHOD: Case report and review of literature. RESULTS: This is the third reported case of corneal ulcer due to V. vulnificus. All followed trauma sustained during oyster shucking. Both prior cases required invasive therapy to achieve a cure. Our case responded rapidly to hourly treatment with ciprofloxacin, Neosporin, and fortified vancomycin. CONCLUSION: V. vulnificus is a virulent pathogen that can infect the cornea after shellfish injury to the eye. Clinical suspicion and early therapy with appropriate antibiotics can lead to an excellent outcome.
PURPOSE: To describe a corneal ulcer due to Vibrio vulnificus that resolved rapidly with antibiotic therapy alone. METHOD: Case report and review of literature. RESULTS: This is the third reported case of corneal ulcer due to V. vulnificus. All followed trauma sustained during oyster shucking. Both prior cases required invasive therapy to achieve a cure. Our case responded rapidly to hourly treatment with ciprofloxacin, Neosporin, and fortified vancomycin. CONCLUSION:V. vulnificus is a virulent pathogen that can infect the cornea after shellfish injury to the eye. Clinical suspicion and early therapy with appropriate antibiotics can lead to an excellent outcome.