Esotropia following botulinum toxin type A injection for facial wrinkles

J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2018 Feb;20(1):50-51. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2017.1349322. Epub 2017 Aug 22.

Abstract

We report a rare case of eye complication following botulinum toxin type A (BTA) injection. A 36-year-old healthy woman received BTA injections on the glabella, forehead, and periocular area to improve her wrinkles. Four days after BTA injection, diplopia and esotropia developed on her right eye.

Keywords: Botulinum toxins; diplopia; esotropia; strabismus.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A / administration & dosage
  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A / adverse effects*
  • Esotropia / chemically induced*
  • Face
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Neuromuscular Agents / adverse effects*
  • Rhytidoplasty / adverse effects
  • Skin Aging*

Substances

  • Neuromuscular Agents
  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A