[Orbito-palpebral reaction after subtenonian injection of triamcinolone: case report]

Arq Bras Oftalmol. 2009 May-Jun;72(3):394-6. doi: 10.1590/s0004-27492009000300023.
[Article in Portuguese]

Abstract

A case of a local reaction related to a subtenonian deep injection of triamcinolone is reported. The patient was a 6 year old child, with intermediate uveitis. Intense edema and erythema of the eyelids appeared approximately 30 minutes after the injection. Complete resolution occurred among 24 to 48 hours after the injection.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Drug Eruptions / etiology*
  • Edema / chemically induced
  • Erythema / chemically induced
  • Eyelid Diseases / chemically induced
  • Glucocorticoids / administration & dosage
  • Glucocorticoids / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Injections / methods
  • Male
  • Triamcinolone / administration & dosage
  • Triamcinolone / adverse effects*
  • Uveitis, Intermediate / drug therapy*

Substances

  • Glucocorticoids
  • Triamcinolone