Contact lens associated keratitis due to Tintelnotia destructans

Contact lens associated keratitis due to Tintelnotia destructans

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We report the first case of Tintelnotia destructans associated keratitis in a contact lens wearer in Australia.Corneal scrape showed fungal elements on direct microscopy leading to a prompt diagnosis of fungal keratitis and CHEF SPECIAL early topical and systemic antifungal therapy.The isolate was eventually identified SOAP 3IN 1 COCONUT LEMON by ITS gene sequencing.This case highlights the importance of accurate identification and antifungal susceptibility testing for the management of fungal keratitis.

Keywords: Fungal keratitis, Tintelnotia, Voriconazole.