Multistate outbreak of Fusarium keratitis associated with use of a contact lens solution
DC Chang, GB Grant, K O'Donnell, KA Wannemuehler… - Jama, 2006 - jamanetwork.com
ContextFusarium keratitis is a serious corneal infection, most commonly associated with
corneal injury. Beginning in March 2006, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
received multiple reports of Fusarium keratitis among contact lens wearers. ObjectiveTo
define the specific activities, contact lens hygiene practices, or products associated with this
outbreak. Design, Setting, and ParticipantsEpidemiological investigation of Fusarium
keratitis occurring in the United States. A confirmed case was defined as keratitis with illness …
corneal injury. Beginning in March 2006, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
received multiple reports of Fusarium keratitis among contact lens wearers. ObjectiveTo
define the specific activities, contact lens hygiene practices, or products associated with this
outbreak. Design, Setting, and ParticipantsEpidemiological investigation of Fusarium
keratitis occurring in the United States. A confirmed case was defined as keratitis with illness …