Impact of Ultraviolet C Light for the Management of Infectious Keratitis
Abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of Ultraviolet C (UVC) light in treating infectious keratitis. Conducted as a prospective interventional study, it involved 138 patients with corneal ulcers divided into two groups: one received standard antimicrobial therapy with UVC light, the other received only antimicrobials. Results showed a significantly higher healing rate in the UVC group (81% vs.50%), though UVC did not significantly reduce non - healing ulcer cases. The findings suggest UVC is a promising adjunct therapy due to its broad antimicrobial activity, especially valuable in the context of increasing antimicrobial resistance. Further research is recommended to confirm its benefits.
Keywords: Infectious Keratitis, Ultraviolet C Light, Antimicrobials
How to Cite?: Dr. Bhumi Chandarana, "Impact of Ultraviolet C Light for the Management of Infectious Keratitis", Volume 14 Issue 5, May 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1536-1538, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR25525021749, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR25525021749