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Review
. 2021 Dec;10(4):877-890.
doi: 10.1007/s40123-021-00406-6. Epub 2021 Oct 25.

Endophthalmitis: Changes in Presentation, Management and the Role of Early Vitrectomy

Emily H Shao  1   2 , William B Yates  1   2 , I-Van Ho  1 , Andrew A Chang  1   2 , Matthew P Simunovic  3   4
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Review

Endophthalmitis: Changes in Presentation, Management and the Role of Early Vitrectomy

Emily H Shao et al. Ophthalmol Ther. 2021 Dec.

Abstract

Endophthalmitis is a sight-threatening condition, and its timely and appropriate management is essential in preventing permanent vision loss. Recent changes in clinical practice in endophthalmitis and advances in modern vitreoretinal surgery may limit the applicability of established randomised clinical trial evidence to current management. This review discusses the epidemiology, pathophysiology, changing patient presentation, diagnosis and advances in the management of endophthalmitis, presenting the existing literature on this topic and results from Sydney Eye Hospital.

Keywords: Endophthalmitis; Endophthalmitis vitrectomy study; Pars plana vitrectomy.

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