Low Rate of Endophthalmitis in a Large Series of Open Globe Injuries

Etiology and Prognosis of Penetrating Eye Injuries in Geriatric Patients in the Southeastern Region of Anatolia Turkey

“…[16][17][18] Endophthalmitis has not been previously reported in geriatric cases. Endophthalmitis occurred in three cases in our study, all of which were injured by organic substances.…”

B-scan ultrasonography following open globe repair

“…Ocular contents are not static following severe trauma. [7][8][9][10] While a poor view to the fundus can take weeks to resolve without intervention, the degree of posterior disorganization may evolve. Oftentimes, B-scan can provide definitive diagnosis only after ocular contents settle, with a significant progression in diagnostic potential as time advances.…”

Posterior Segment Intraocular Foreign Bodies: The Effect of Weight and Size, Early versus Late Vitrectomy, and Outcomes

“…However, timing of removal is controversial. [2,18,[20][21][22][23][24] The general consensus is that a delay in IOFB removal increases the risk for endophthalmitis. [24][25][26][27][28][29] In contrast to this view, Colyer and colleagues [30] have reported prompt wound closure and systemic antibiotics followed by delayed removal with no reported endophthalmitis.…”