Endogenous endophthalmitis as a septic complication postureteroscope candiduria.

Urol Ann

Surgical Department, Urology Unit, UKM Medical Center, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Published: January 2017

Ureteroscopy (URS) is commonly used by urologists to treat ureteral stones. It is a relatively low-risk procedure. Both urinary tract obstruction and contamination of instrument can cause candiduria post-URS, and this infection can be treated with an antifungal medication. Candidemia is known as hematogenous dissemination, and ocular tissue is a common invasion. However, endogenous endophthalmitis, due to postureteroscope candiduria, has not been reported up to date. This is a devastating complication that may lead to visual loss. Here, we describe a case of endogenous endophthalmitis as a consequence of candiduria after URS.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/0974-7796.198902DOI Listing

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