A case of endogenous endophthalmitis after a mild dental infection. Issue 5 (15th September 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hoopes, Hunter; Cloutier, Nicole
• Is Part Of: JACEP open. Volume 2:Issue 5(2021)
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• Publication Date: 2021-09-15
• Subjects: conjunctivitis -- corneal transplant -- dental extraction -- endogenous -- endophthalmitis -- infection -- keratitis -- ophthalmology; Medical emergencies -- Periodicals; 616.025
• DOI: 10.1002/emp2.12557
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0361-1124

Abstract

Abstract: Endophthalmitis is a rare but severe vision threatening disease that most often occurs in patients with a recent history of ophthalmic surgery or penetrating trauma to the eye. Often these patients have underlying risk factors or are immunosuppressed. We present a case of endogenous endophthalmitis in an otherwise healthy male after a tooth extraction. This case highlights the importance of early recognition of emergent eye conditions and "red flags" with a thorough history and physical examination.