Publications by authors named "Nobutoshi Matumura"
Medicine (Baltimore)
July 2024
Article Synopsis
- Endogenous endophthalmitis, a rare condition resulting from bacteria spreading to the eye from an infection elsewhere in the body, can be difficult for non-eye specialists to diagnose, leading to potential vision loss if not treated quickly.*
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- An 84-year-old patient initially misdiagnosed with cataracts presented with symptoms that ultimately revealed endophthalmitis due to Streptococcus mitis, highlighting the importance of a thorough examination.*
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- The case underscores the similarities in symptoms between cataracts and endophthalmitis, emphasizing the need for careful diagnosis, particularly in patients at risk for infections like endocarditis.*
