We conclude that the device maintains potentially therapeutic levels of both cyclosporine and dexamethasone in the vitreous. Reversible electroretinographic abnormalities are attributable to cyclosporine. A sustained-release device containing cyclosporine and dexamethasone may be useful for reducing inflammation in diseases such as proliferative vitreoretinopathy and uveitis.
Syphilis is a cause of exudative retinal detachment. Antibiotic therapy can lead to retinal reattachment. Early recognition and treatment may prevent severe vision loss.
We present a case of endophthalmitis caused by Propionibacterium acnes seven months following extracapsular cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation. The markedly delayed clinical course of endophthalmitis associated with this organism appears to be highly stereotypical. Recognition and treatment of this complication of cataract surgery allows an excellent chance at cure.
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