[Fungal keratitis in a daily disposable soft contact lens wearer].
A case of fungal keratitis was diagnosed in a young female who had been wearing daily disposable soft contact lenses for 2 Years. No risk factor was demonstrated and specific treatment was effective. This case emphasizes that patients must be aware of the importance of hygiene as daily disposable contact lenses must be discarded daily.
Le Liboux
M-J
MJ
Service d'Ophtalmologie, Centre Hospitalier de Morlaix.
Ibara
S A
SA
Quinio
D
D
Moalic
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E
D000328:Adult; D003261:Contact Lenses / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004209:Disposable Equipment; D015821:Eye Infections, Fungal / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D005670:Fusarium; D006801:Humans; D007634:Keratitis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000382:microbiology