Endophthalmitis is a severe
inflammation of the inner eye's structures, caused by an exogenous or
endogenous infection with microorganisms which can multiply rapidly. It occurs most frequently after intraocular surgery. Moreover, it can also be a
consequence of a penetrant eye injury or a hematogenous dissemination of
microorganisms. The most common pathogens of this inflammation are bacteria,
next to fungi and less frequently parasites.
The occurrence, severity and
clinical presentation of endophthalmitis depend on the way of infection, the
number and virulence of pathogenic bacteria, as well as the patient's immunity
state. The type of endophthalmitis can suggest the possible causative agent.
Furthermore, it can help determine therapeutic approach or antibiotics to
choose. The more virulent are the causative agents, the early the symptoms and
signs of endophthalmitis appear.
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