Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Infection Following Bilateral Strabismus Surgery: Case Report

Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus 2026

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Authors: Nidhi B. Agarwal, Jenil N. Sheth, Supriya S. Sharma, Madhu Rai, Somasheila I. Murthy
DOI: 10.3928/01913913-20260312-01
Cited by: 1
References: 10

Abstract

(MRSA) after strabismus surgery is reported in a 7-year-old girl. The child presented with progressive pain and discharge, which was non-responsive to initial antibiotics. Surgical exploration and culture confirmed MRSA. Targeted vancomycin and linezolid led to complete resolution of the signs and symptoms. This case underscores importance of early postoperative follow-up and high clinical suspicion, coupled with prompt collaboration with microbiologists, particularly when managing unusual or drug-resistant postoperative infections.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ocular Infections and Treatments Ophthalmology and Eye Disorders Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction Treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus
Publisher
SLACK, Inc.
Volume
63
Issue
3
Pages
e10–e13
Publication date
1 May 2026
Language
EN