Publications by authors named "Sebastien Van Delden"
First report of uncommon mycobacteria in post LASIK keratitis: Mycobacterium wolinskyi.
J Ophthalmic Inflamm Infect
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- LASIK surgery is the most common type of refractive surgery but carries risks, including infectious keratitis, which can damage the cornea and lead to vision loss.
- The demand for LASIK is increasing, prompting the medical field to focus on preventing post-operative infections caused by various pathogens.
- This text discusses a rare case of keratitis post-LASIK surgery caused by Mycobacterium wolinskyi, highlighting its unique clinical and microbial traits and the treatment challenges it poses.