Acanthamoeba Keraitis Discussion: Acanthamoeba castellanii and Acanthamoeba polyphaga

Two species of Acanthamoeba are most frequently diagnosed from eye infections: Acanthamoeba castellanii and Acanthamoeba polyphaga. Although Acanthamoeba species are common in the environment, the incidence of Acanthamoeba keratitis remains relatively rare, although studies suggest that infection may be more prevalent than suspected.

With the recent recall of Advanced Medical Optics Complete MoisturePlus Multi-Purpose Solution and the studies released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, we may begin to see the incidence of Acanthamoeba Keraitis begin to rise.

The abandonment of home-prepared saline and the widespread availability of multipurpose disinfecting solutions such as ReNu with MoistureLoc (Bausch & Lomb), Opti-free Express (Alcon), Solo-care Plus (Ciba Vision), and Complete MoisturePlusTM (Advanced Medical Options) may be a potential source of lens case and contact lens contamination of the Acanthamoeba species.

Do I have an Acanthamoeba Keraitis Lawsuit?

If you or a loved one have developed a corneal infection (keratitis) while using any multi-purpose contact lens solution, you should contact us immediately. You may be entitled to compensation.

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