Purpose: To report 3 cases of infectious keratitis related to overnight orthokeratology use.
Methods: Retrospective case observation.
Results: All 3 patients were using overnight orthokeratology lenses when they presented with unilateral corneal ulcers. The organisms isolated were Acanthamoeba, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Serratia marcescens. The clinical presentation and treatment of each case is presented.
Conclusions: Overnight orthokeratology use may be associated with infectious keratitis despite the use of more oxygen-permeable materials and improved lens design. Patient education with informed consent, appropriate lens care, and meticulous follow-up is important. Because this complication is potentially sight threatening, orthokeratology requires further analysis and evaluation to establish its safety. The cases here are the first few reported cases in North America.
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