Acanthamoeba keratitis is a rare parasitic infection of the cornea that can lead to permanent
blindness if not diagnosed and treated promptly. We collected data on the incidences of …

Acanthamoeba keratitis is an unusual corneal infection that is recently increasing in
frequency and is often contracted by contact lens wearers, someone who experienced …

Acanthamoeba spp. are among the most worldwide prevalent protozoa. It is the causative
agent of a disease known as Acanthamoeba keratitis, a painful and severe sight-threatening …

Purpose Acanthamoeba keratitis is a severe, often sight threatening, corneal infection which
in Western countries is predominantly seen in daily wear of contact lenses. This review aims …

Acanthamoeba keratitis (AK) is a severe cause of infectious keratitis and represents a
significant clinical challenge. Recent literature regarding AK epidemiology, diagnosis …

Acanthamoeba keratitis (AK) is a rare protozoal infection of the cornea. At least eight species
of Acanthamoeba are known to cause this sight-threatening disease of the ocular surface …

Background/aims To determine demographic and clinical features of patients with
Acanthamoeba keratitis (AK) that are independent risk factors both for bad outcomes and for …

Acanthamoeba keratitis is a sight-threatening infectious disease. Resistance of the cystic
form of the protozoan to biocides and the potential toxicity of chemical compounds to corneal …

Acanthamoeba is a free-living amoeba of extensive genetic diversity. It may cause infectious
keratitis (IK), which can also be caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses. High diagnostic …

Acanthamoeba species are among the most ubiquitous protists that are widespread in soil
and water and act as both a replicative niche and vectors for dispersal. They are the most …