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 Travel Bag keratitis and early Shower Hook topical and systemic antifungal therapy.The isolate was eventually identified 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.