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1Department of Ophthalmology, Jimma University, Ethiopia.
Ethiopian Medical Journal
|July 9, 2010
Summary
A pediatric case report details a 4-year-old girl with ocular surface leech infestation. Successful removal involved a muscle relaxant, a novel approach for this rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Parasitology
Background:
- Ocular surface infestations are rare but can cause significant visual impairment.
- Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent complications.
Observation:
- A 4-year-old girl presented with unilateral eye bleeding.
- Ophthalmic examination under anesthesia revealed a leech attached to the cornea and conjunctiva.
Findings:
- The leech was detached from the conjunctiva via saline irrigation.
- Suxamethonium injection into the leech facilitated its detachment from the cornea, a previously undocumented method.
Implications:
- Ocular leech infestation should be considered in the differential diagnosis of open-globe injuries with uveal prolapse.
- This case highlights a new therapeutic option for leech removal from the ocular surface.
