A Cluster of Cases of <i>Mycobacterium chelonei</i> Keratitis following Penetrating Keratoplasty

Abstract

Cluster infection with Mycobacterium chelonei following penetrating keratoplasty is described. All the donor eyes were harvested from the same collection centre. This underscores the importance of adherence to sterile protocols.

Keywords

• Penetrating keratoplasty
• Mycobacterium chelonei keratitis
• eye collection center