Current approach to postoperative endophthalmitis

Endophthalmitis is a rare complication, potentially the most devastating, of intraocular surgery or trauma. Despite major advances in asepsis, surgical technique and antibiotic therapy, it remains a major concern for any ocular surgeon. Its prevention by meticulous clinical evaluation of preoperative risk factors, accurate surgical procedure, preand peroperative antibiotic prophylaxis is one of our first goals. In some cases, however, the infection will occur; only prompt diagnosis and adequate treatment can successfully restore visual acuity.