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Ocular complication after trichloroacetic acid peeling: a case report
Muhammed Besir Ozturk1, Ozay Ozkaya, Mehmet Karahangil
1Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital, Sahin Sokak Karasahin Apt. Sutluce, No: 10/9, Beyoglu, İstanbul, 34104, Turkey. muhammedozturk@msn.com
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|December 15, 2012
Summary
Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peeling, a popular cosmetic procedure, can cause eye injuries. This case report details the treatment and outcomes for a patient experiencing ocular complications from TCA exposure during a rhytidectomy.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Dermatology
- Plastic Surgery
Background:
- Chemical peeling, particularly with trichloroacetic acid (TCA), is a common cosmetic procedure.
- Its application often includes the periorbital region, posing a risk of ocular exposure.
- Literature on ocular complications and subsequent treatment following TCA exposure is limited.
Observation:
- A patient undergoing rhytidectomy combined with TCA peeling sustained a chemical eye injury.
- The study reports the specific treatment protocol implemented for this ocular injury.
- Follow-up evaluations were conducted to assess the patient's recovery and outcomes.
Findings:
- The case report details the management of a specific ocular injury resulting from TCA.
- It provides insights into the treatment procedure for chemical eye injuries in a cosmetic surgery context.
- The follow-up evaluation offers data on the patient's recovery trajectory post-injury.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential risks of TCA peeling near the eyes.
- Emphasizes the need for awareness and established protocols for managing ocular chemical burns in cosmetic procedures.
- Contributes to the sparse literature on treating TCA-induced ocular injuries, informing future clinical practice.
