Postprocedural endophthalmitis: A review

Abstract

The prevalence of postprocedural endophthalmitis has increased in recent years, due in part to a wider range of indications for ophthalmic procedures, better access to treatments and therefore an increase in the overall number of surgical interventions being performed. Although postprocedural endophthalmitis is a rare event, endophthalmitis is always a devastating complication for both the patient and surgeon. Prompt diagnosis and effective treatment are necessary to increase the likelihood of a good visual outcome. In this review, the authors aim to summarize data of postprocedural endophthalmitis as it pertains to cataract extraction, intravitreal injection, vitrectomy, keratoprosthesis placement, corneal transplants, glaucoma surgery, scleral buckle, strabismus surgery and pterygium excision. © 2013 Expert Reviews Ltd.