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Richard A Eiferman

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PubMed2006

Ocular infection secondary to gemella.

PURPOSE: To report four cases of ocular infection caused by Gemella species. METHODS: Microbial identification was carried out using the MicroScan Walkaway system (Dade Behring) and/or Vitek-2 (bioMérieux) and susceptibility testing with either Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion and/or Vitek-2. The paper is presented as an interventional case report. RESULTS: Four patients developed infection due to Gemella species. All responded to vancomycin or fortified aminoglycosides and broad-spectrum antibiotics. CONCLUSION: Gemella spp. can cause opportunistic infections in the eye.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2003

Surgical management of conjunctival lymphangiectasis by conjunctival resection.

PURPOSE: To report the treatment of symptomatic conjunctival lymphangiectasis with conjunctival resection. DESIGN: Interventional case series. METHODS: Retrospective review of three cases of patients with symptomatic unilateral conjunctival lymphangiectasis who had conjunctival resection of the involved tissue down to bare sclera. RESULTS: The surgical area reepithelialized without recurrence of the lymphatics. In all cases the patients have remained asymptomatic for at least 14 months. CONCLUSION: Conjunctival resection for symptomatic lymphangiectasis can be a successful therapeutic option for this condition.

Conjunctival Diseases↗
PubMed2003

Ocular complications associated with the use of cosmetic contact lenses from unlicensed vendors.

PURPOSE: To call attention to the unauthorized sale of cosmetic contact lenses, resulting in ocular complications. DESIGN Observational case report. METHODS: Retrospective, observational, clinical practice setting. RESULTS: Six patients (five female and one male) were seen urgently for acute eye pain and redness after wearing cosmetic plano contact lenses. None of the patients had previously worn a contact lens or spectacle correction. None of the lenses were dispensed by eye care professionals. One patient developed pseudomonal keratitis, ultimately requiring penetrating keratoplasty for visual rehabilitation. CONCLUSIONS: Colored contact lenses are being dispensed without a prescription or fitting from unlicensed vendors, such as cosmetics, convenience, and accessory stores. Lenses are sold individually and without care instructions. Consequently, uninformed lens wearers are experiencing acute, vision-threatening infections and inflammation.

Adolescent↗