An unusual complication after strabismus surgery.
Orbital cellulitis is rarely reported after strabismus surgery; fewer than 10 cases have been reported. Nonetheless, orbital cellulitis is a potentially sight- and life-threatening condition. A high index of suspicion, use of a multidisciplinary approach, early diagnosis, aggressive treatment, and close monitoring are all important means of avoiding potentially irreversible visual loss and systemic complications. We report a case where early use of aggressive treatment to manage a post-strabismus surgery infection led to a good outcome.
Lau
Flora H S
FH
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Eye Hospital, 147K Argyle Street, Hong Kong.
Leung
T F
TF
Fan
Dorothy S P
DS
D000890:Anti-Infective Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004359:Drug Therapy, Combination; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D054517:Orbital Cellulitis / Q000188:drug therapy*; D013203:Staphylococcal Infections / Q000188:drug therapy*; D013285:Strabismus / Q000601:surgery*; D013530:Surgical Wound Infection / Q000188:drug therapy*
D000890:Anti-Infective Agents