Anaphylactic reaction secondary to topical preoperative moxifloxacin.
Citation: Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery. 42(12):1836-1837, 2016 DecPMID: 28007117Institution: MedStar Washington Hospital CenterDepartment: OphthalmologyForm of publication: Journal ArticleMedline article type(s): Journal ArticleSubject headings: *Anaphylaxis/ci [Chemically Induced] | *Anti-Bacterial Agents/ae [Adverse Effects] | *Fluoroquinolones/ae [Adverse Effects] | *Phacoemulsification | Aged, 80 and over | Anti-Bacterial Agents/ad [Administration & Dosage] | Female | Fluoroquinolones/ad [Administration & Dosage] | Humans | Lens Implantation, IntraocularYear: 2016Local holdings: Available online through MWHC library: 1999 - 2010, Available in print through MWHC library:1999-2007ISSN:- 0886-3350
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We report a case of anaphylactic shock following topical administration of moxifloxacin for endophthalmitis prophylaxis prior to cataract surgery. Immunoglobulin E (IgE) serology and IgE skin testing confirmed the anaphylactic etiology. Phacoemulsification with posterior chamber intraocular lens implantation was later performed with identical preoperative preparation except for the exclusion of moxifloxacin; no anaphylactic response occurred. To our knowledge, this is the first report of an anaphylactic response to topical moxifloxacin.
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