Infection of the eye by tapeworm Coenurus

Abstract

Five new cases of ocular involvement by Coenuri of the Multiceps species are recorded. Subconjunctival infection is seen in young children and may be a result of direct inoculation with infected material. Involvement of the globe occurs in older people and is possibly due to spread from the bloodstream. In the early stages the Coenurus appears not to cause irritation and may be removed without gross damage to the eye. Later in its development reaction with fibrosis and blindness is the general rule.