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Wasp sting-induced retinal damage

K Kitagawa1, S Hayasaka, T Setogawa

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Shimane Medical University, Izumo, Japan.

Annals of Ophthalmology
|April 1, 1993
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A wasp sting to the right eye caused severe vision loss and delirium in a patient. The injury resulted in corneal damage, inflammation, cataract, glaucoma, and non-recordable electroretinography.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Toxicology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Insect stings can cause localized and systemic reactions.
  • Ocular injuries from insect stings are rare but can be severe.
  • Wasp stings involve venom injection, which can have toxic effects.

Observation:

  • A 36-year-old male presented with delirium, dyspnea, and acute vision loss in the right eye (OD) after a wasp sting.
  • A retained stinger fragment was identified in the central deep cornea OD.
  • Ocular examination revealed severe keratitis, iritis, and cataract.

Findings:

  • The patient developed secondary glaucoma.
  • Electroretinographic responses were unrecordable, indicating profound retinal dysfunction.
  • The combination of direct corneal trauma and venom toxicity likely contributed to the severe ocular damage.

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Implications:

  • This case highlights the potential for severe, sight-threatening ocular complications from wasp stings.
  • Prompt recognition and management of ocular insect stings are crucial.
  • Further research into the specific ocular toxicity of wasp venom may be warranted.