Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society 1991;32(9):816-819.
Published online September 1, 1991.
A Case of Gonococcal Keratoconjunctivitis in Adult.
Byung Joo Cho
Department of Ophthalmology, Min Joong Hospital, Kon Kuk University, Seoul, Korea.
성인에 발생한 임균성 각결막염 1 예
조병주(Byung Joo Cho)
Abstract
Ocular infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhea produces purulent conjunctivitis, which may lead to ulcerative keratitis and perforation if not promptly treated Most cases occur in neonates and rarely occur in adults. The author experienced a case of gonococcal keratoconjunctivitis which was confirmed by conjunctival exudate smear, culture and biochemical study.
Key Words: Gonococcal Keratoconjunctivitis;Neisseria Gonorrhea


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