A J Field1, J D Gottsch. 1. Ridley Eye Clinic, Box 539, Manunda, Cairns 4870, Queensland.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: This is the first report of cyclosporin-A ointment (CsA) adversely affecting epithelial herpes simplex virus keratitis in a corneal graft. METHODS: The details of this case were obtained from the patient's record at The Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute. RESULTS: Ceasing CsA ointment resulted in resolution of the epithelial HSV keratitis. CONCLUSION: Immunosuppression caused by CsA ointment resulted in persisting epithelial HSV keratitis despite adequate topical treatment.
BACKGROUND: This is the first report of cyclosporin-A ointment (CsA) adversely affecting epithelial herpes simplex virus keratitis in a corneal graft. METHODS: The details of this case were obtained from the patient's record at The Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute. RESULTS: Ceasing CsA ointment resulted in resolution of the epithelial HSV keratitis. CONCLUSION: Immunosuppression caused by CsA ointment resulted in persisting epithelial HSV keratitis despite adequate topical treatment.