Group B streptococcal metastatic endophthalmitis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Reports of invasive Group B Streptococcus infection in adults with underlying medical conditions have been increasing. Ocular infection with this organism is unusual. Metastatic endophthalmitis in adults caused by this organism has been reported rarely and has only been associated with endocarditis. We encountered two cases of Group B streptococcal metastatic endophthalmitis in adults who did not have endocarditis. These cases reflect the increasing incidence of invasive Group B Streptococcus infection with its varying manifestations. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of considering this pathogen as a cause of metastatic endophthalmitis in adults with predisposing illnesses.
Medical subject headings
- Bacteremia
- Endophthalmitis
- Eye Infections, Bacterial
- Streptococcal Infections
- Streptococcus agalactiae