Record number:
343
Adverse Occurrence type:
MPHO Type:
Estimated frequency:
0.11
Alerting signals, symptoms, evidence of occurrence:
603 organ-cultured corneas were tested. Of these 603 corneas, 409 (68%) were grafted and 69 (11%) were contaminated during storage. RESULTS: Contamination during preservation was either bacterial (65%) or fungal (35%).
Demonstration of imputability or root cause:
Proven by culture
Suggest references:
AAA