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.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 333-334 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Australian and New Zealand Journal of Ophthalmology |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1995 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- corneal transplantation
- cyclosporin/adverse effect
- graft rejection
- herpetic keratitis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ophthalmology