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[Ocular lesions of artificial depigmentation]
P A Ndoye Roth1, F Ly2, H Kane1
1Clinique ophtalmologique EPS Aristide Le Dantec de Dakar, Dakar, Sénégal.
Journal Francais D'Ophtalmologie
|May 11, 2015
Summary
Artificial depigmentation can cause serious ocular lesions, including exogenous ochronosis, cataracts, and glaucoma. Increased awareness is crucial to prevent these complications, especially when using hydroquinone-based products.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Dermatology
- Toxicology
Background:
- Artificial depigmentation is a cosmetic practice aimed at lightening skin tone.
- The use of depigmenting agents, particularly those containing hydroquinone, raises safety concerns.
- Ocular complications associated with cosmetic procedures are increasingly recognized.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the types and prevalence of ocular lesions in individuals undergoing artificial depigmentation.
- To compare ocular health outcomes between patients practicing artificial depigmentation and a control group.
- To identify specific depigmenting agents linked to ocular complications.
Main Methods:
- A prospective study was conducted over three months.
- The study included 108 participants: 72 undergoing depigmentation and 36 controls.
- Ocular examinations were performed to identify and categorize lesions.
Main Results:
- 34.72% of patients practicing depigmentation developed ocular lesions, predominantly exogenous ochronosis of the eyelid (34.72%) and ocular ochronosis (25.81%).
- Cataracts (19.35%) and glaucoma (6.45%) were also observed in the depigmentation group.
- Ocular lesions were more frequent in patients using hydroquinone-containing products, with 100% of affected patients being female.
Conclusions:
- Artificial depigmentation is a significant cause of ocular lesions with varying severity.
- The study underscores the need for public awareness regarding the ocular risks associated with artificial depigmentation.
- Hydroquinone-containing products appear to increase the risk of these adverse ocular effects.
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