A case of endogenous endophthalmitis caused by Escherichia coli septicemia

Abstract

Endogenous endophthalmitis is a severe sight-threatening condition that requires urgent intervention. It is a rare complication of septicemia. We herein report a case of left eye endogenous endophthalmitis with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus with pyelonephritis associated with septicemia. Vitrectomy was done along with intravitreal antibiotics and steroids. There was significant improvement in vision after vitrectomy.

Keywords

• endophthalmitis
• endogenous endophthalmitis
• pyelonephritis
• e. coli septicemia