Orbital Cellulitis from Untreated Conjunctival Wound
- Author:
Aimy Mastura Zy
;
Norshamsiah Md
;
Hazlita Mi
;
Othmaliza O
;
Ropilah Ar
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
cavernous sinus thrombosis;
chemosis;
conjunctiva;
orbital cellulitis;
wound infection
- MeSH:
Orbital Cellulitis
- From:Medicine and Health
2017;12(1):94-98
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Orbital cellulitis is a potential blinding condition resulting from infection of the
orbital contents, including the optic nerve. It may be fatal in cases with extension
into the optic canal and subsequently the brain. Common aetiologies include
extension of infection from paranasal sinusitis or preseptal cellulitis. This case report
depicts the unusual occurrence of orbital cellulitis following a trivial superficial
conjunctiva laceration wound from a motor-vehicle accident. Aggressive treatment
with systemic antibiotics resulted in good visual outcome. All wound on or around
the globe must be diligently treated to prevent such detrimental complication.
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