Abstract
A case is presented of permanent visual loss and optic atrophy following irrigation of the lower canaliculus after probing, with a 20% solution of chloramphenicol. A false passage had apparently been created allowing the solution to gain access to the orbital tissues. The ensuing orbital edema probably caused a central retinal artery occlusion. This is previously unreported complication of a common ophthalmologic procedure.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 105-106 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Annals of Ophthalmology |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 1 |
State | Published - 1 Dec 1979 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ophthalmology