Transient paralytic ileus following the use of cyclopentolate-phenylephrine eye drops during screening for retinopathy of prematurity

J Paediatr Child Health. 2003 May-Jun;39(4):318-20. doi: 10.1046/j.1440-1754.2003.00144.x.

Abstract

Cyclopentolate-phenylephrine eye drops are commonly used for mydriasis during routine screening for retinopathy of prematurity in preterm infants. Although systemic absorption is minimal, it can result in side effects. We report two cases of transient paralytic ileus associated with transient oxygen desaturation and hypertension following the use of cyclopentolate-phenylephrine eye drops.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Cyclopentolate / administration & dosage
  • Cyclopentolate / adverse effects*
  • Drug Combinations
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction / chemically induced*
  • Mydriatics / administration & dosage
  • Mydriatics / adverse effects*
  • Phenylephrine / administration & dosage
  • Phenylephrine / adverse effects*
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity / diagnosis*

Substances

  • Drug Combinations
  • Mydriatics
  • Phenylephrine
  • Cyclopentolate