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Retinal Detachment Complicating Endogenous Endophthalmitis in a COVID‐19 Patient With Superimposed Streptococcus pneumoniae Bacteremia

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Endophthalmitis is a rare, vision‐threatening ocular infection. During the COVID‐19 pandemic, the widespread use of immunosuppressive agents—particularly corticosteroids—and prolonged hospital stays have been associated with an increased risk of secondary bacterial infections, including ocular involvement. One such opportunistic pathogen is Streptococcus pneumoniae . Among the rare but severe complications of endogenous endophthalmitis is retinal detachment (RD), which often results in a poor visual prognosis. We present a unique case of RD secondary to endogenous endophthalmitis in a COVID‐19 patient with S. pneumoniae bacteremia. This case highlights the importance of early ophthalmologic evaluation in patients with ocular symptoms during or after COVID‐19 infection to ensure timely intervention and improve clinical outcomes.

Source: Case Reports in Infectious Diseases

DOI: 10.1155/crdi/8875730

Authors: Madiha Hijazi, Jana Kotaich, Alaa Fares, Safaa Ghanem, Ghinwa Dakdouki

Institutions: American University of Beirut, Lebanese University, MEDICA Research Investigation, Hammoud Hospital University Medical Center, Beirut Arab University

Language: English

Topic: Ocular Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Ophthalmology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $790