IC63 - Know your ulcers well – Basics and Advanced!

Diagnosing and managing infectious keratitis is an integral part of day-to-day practice of every ophthalmologist. Diverse etiology, varied presentations and increasing trend of change of strains make it more challenging to diagnose. Specific management along with systemic and topical control of disease is a key to treat these ulcers. From general ophthalmologists’ viewpoint, it is important to know ‘What to look for’ and ‘What not to do’ in managing any type of ulcer.
This IC comprises case-based presentations of basics and advances of bacterial, fungal, viral and atypical presentations of different infectious keratitis. This will help to solve the mystery of polymicrobial infections as well. Right diagnosis and judicious use of antimicrobials will help to prevent sight-threatening complications. It is imperative to know your ulcers well for appropriate treatment and prompt referral for better prognosis and visual recovery.