Impact of Ultraviolet C Light for the Management of Infectious Keratitis

Dr. Bhumi Chandarana

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