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Spastic entropion after cataract surgery.

M R Levine1, M K Enlow, S Terman

  • 1Division of Ophthalmology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio 44106-4198.

Annals of Ophthalmology
|May 1, 1992
PubMed
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Spastic entropion, an acute eyelid condition, can occur after cataract surgery. This condition may persist even after inflammation resolves, potentially leading to permanent entropion.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Oculoplastics
  • Eyelid Surgery

Background:

  • Spastic entropion is an acute eyelid condition often associated with ocular inflammation.
  • It has been previously reported following cataract surgery.

Observation:

  • Three cases of spastic entropion after cataract surgery are presented.
  • These cases persisted despite the resolution of initial ocular irritation.
  • All cases involved injections of antibiotics, corticosteroids, or anesthetic solutions into the eyelid or conjunctival sac.
  • Dehiscence of the capsulopalpebral fascia was noted in all patients.

Findings:

  • Spastic entropion following cataract surgery can be persistent.
  • Capsulopalpebral fascia dehiscence is a key finding in these cases.

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  • The condition appears linked to perioperative injections.

    • Implications:

    • Spastic entropion may represent an early stage of developing permanent entropion.
    • Understanding this association is crucial for managing post-cataract surgery eyelid complications.
    • Further research into preventative measures and treatment is warranted.