Risk factors and prophylaxis of acute endophthalmitis after cataract surgery / 天津医药

ABSTRACT

@#Acute endophthalmitis after cataract surgery is a very serious surgical complication. Although its incidence is low, the consequences are very serious, which have been reported in many parts of the world. A variety of factors participate in its occurrence. Reasonable prevention, early clear diagnosis, and active treatment are the key to achieve good prognosis. This review summarized the recent literatures about the epidemiology, pathogen, risk factors and prevention for acute postoperative endophthalmitis.