Endophthalmitis after cataract surgery: an update on recent advances.

Current Opinion in Ophthalmology
Travis J PeckAllen C Ho

Abstract

Prevention and management of postcataract endophthalmitis remain quite relevant for anterior segment and vitreoretinal surgeons. Although the Endophthalmitis Vitrectomy Study, published in 1996, remains the only level 1 evidence for the management of postcataract endophthalmitis, recent advances have resulted in an evolution of practice patterns. The aim of this review is to summarize the literature regarding postcataract endophthalmitis with a focus on the last 18 months. The IRIS registry indicates the rates of endophthalmitis are decreasing in the United States, and the outcomes appear to be improving. Intracameral moxifloxacin has become more widely accepted and intracameral vancomycin has been shown to be associated with retinal vasculitis. The role of systemic antibiotics and vitrectomy is unclear and practice patterns vary widely. Although practice patterns vary, prevention and treatment of endophthalmitis after cataract surgery continues to improve. More uniform guidelines regarding surgical and medical therapy are necessary but the standard of prompt referral to a vitreoretinal specialist for immediate intravitreal antibiotics remains the most important intervention in the management of postcataract endophthalmitis.

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