Surgically Induced Scleritis Associated With Suture Hypersensitivity Following Strabismus Surgery

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Surgical Complications

Background:

• Strabismus surgery is a common ophthalmic procedure.
• Scleritis, inflammation of the sclera, can be a rare complication following ocular surgery.

Observation:

• A 67-year-old female patient developed localized scleritis post-strabismus surgery.
• The patient had a history of mild hypersensitivity to surgical sutures.

Findings:

• Infectious causes of scleritis were excluded.
• Treatment involved topical and systemic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and systemic corticosteroids.
• The patient achieved full clinical resolution of scleritis.

Implications:

• This case highlights the importance of considering non-infectious inflammatory complications after strabismus surgery.
• Early diagnosis and management with anti-inflammatory agents are crucial for favorable outcomes.
• Understanding potential suture hypersensitivity may be relevant in managing post-operative inflammation.