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Three cases of pseudomonas endophthalmitis associated with scleral necrosis 3 to 10 years after pterygium excision and beta irradiation are described. The value of prophylactic repair of radiation-induced scleral necrosis and early aggressive management of pseudomonas endophthalmitis are emphasized.
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