Abstract

Objective To observe clinical effects and safeness of 5% domestic Natamycin eye drops for the treatment of traumatic fungal keratitis.Methods From July 2013 to November 2013,thirty-seven eyes of 37cases of fungal keratitis diagnosed by corneal smear examination were treated by local debridement,iodine cauterization,and application of 5% natamycin eye drops.The therapeutic effect was observed.Results Of thirty-seven cases,30 cases were cured,7 cases were improved.Conclusion Combined with local debridement and iodine cauterization,the 5 % domestic Natamycin eye drop is safe and effective for mild to moderate traumatic fungal keratitis. Key words: Natamycin ; Keratitis, fungal ; Cauterization, Iodine tincture

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