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Acute onset transient ectropion associated with corneal ulcer
A Maden1, M F Söylev, S B Ozkan
1Department of Ophthalmology, Dokuz Eylül University School of Medicine, Izmir, Turkey.
International Ophthalmology
|January 1, 1997
Summary
Transient ectropion, an outward turning of the eyelid, can occur with corneal ulcers. Healing of the ulcer often resolves this eyelid condition, especially in older adults.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Corneal Diseases
- Eyelid Abnormalities
Background:
- Involutional eyelid changes are common in older populations.
- Corneal ulcers can lead to significant ocular discomfort and inflammation.
Observation:
- A case of transient ectropion (outward eyelid turning) was observed in conjunction with a corneal ulcer.
- The patient experienced symptoms including conjunctival edema and blepharospasm.
Findings:
- The corneal ulcer demonstrated a positive response to fortified antibiotic treatment (gentamicin and cefazolin).
- Resolution of the corneal ulcer correlated with the spontaneous return of the eyelid to its normal position.
Implications:
- This case suggests that minimal factors like edema and blepharospasm can trigger transient ectropion in individuals with pre-existing involutional eyelid changes.
- Understanding this association may aid in managing eyelid complications during corneal ulcer treatment.