Orbital cellulitis in a neonate of the tooth bud origin : A case report

Lavaju, Poonam; Badhu, Badri Prasad; Khanal, Basudha; Shrestha, Bhuwan Govinda

doi:10.4103/0301-4738.138296

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“…However, in severe cases, such as those with abscess formation or associated sepsis, a longer period of hospitalisation and more aggressive treatment such as surgical drainage may be required. 1 , 5 , 6 , 17 , 18 …”

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“…19 This proactive approach is crucial to prevent serious complications such as orbital cellulitis and reduce the risk of permanent eye damage or vision loss. 1 , 3 , 7 , 18 - 19…”

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“…Neonatal orbital cellulitis is an extremely rare but potentially lethal condition. 1 - 3 Its incidence varies widely across studies, which may be attributed to geographic and socioeconomic variations in diflerent populations. Sinusitis is reported as the most common predisposing factor of orbital cellulitis, accounting for up to 90% of cases.…”

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Ophthalmia neonatorum complicated with neonatal orbital cellulitis: A case series

Law,

Tan,

Lim

et al. 2024

Malays Fam Physician

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Orbital cellulitis is an extremely rare but potentially lethal condition in neonates. The clinical presentation of neonatal orbital cellulitis can be non-specific, and minimal signs of periorbital inflammation may go unrecognised by inexperienced parents or primary care medical personnel, leading to delayed treatment. Herein, we present a case series describing ophthalmia neonatorum complicated with neonatal orbital cellulitis owing to delayed treatment. The clinical presentation, management and outcomes are described. One neonate had orbital cellulitis, while the other had impending orbital cellulitis, with both cases resulting from delayed treatment of ophthalmia neonatorum. Both neonates were hospitalised for systemic antibiotic treatment and fully recovered with good outcomes. Timely identification and treatment of ophthalmia neonatorum are critical to mitigate potential severe sequelae, such as neonatal orbital cellulitis.

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“…19 This proactive approach is crucial to prevent serious complications such as orbital cellulitis and reduce the risk of permanent eye damage or vision loss. 1 , 3 , 7 , 18 - 19…”

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Ophthalmia neonatorum complicated with neonatal orbital cellulitis: A case series

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“…Broad-spectrum intravenous antibiotics are the treatment of choice. 1 Lavaju et al 8 described a report of a 5-month-old infant, with OC secondary to dental abscess and was treated with the triple-drug regime of vancomycin, amikacin, and metronidazole. Our patient also received an almost similar course of treatment.…”

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A tale of orbital cellulitis and retinopathy of prematurity in an infant: First case report

Kaur

Gurnani

Kannusamy

et al. 2021

European Journal of Ophthalmology

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Purpose: Orbital cellulitis is an infectious pathology affecting fat and muscles behind the orbital septum. Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an abnormal retinal blood vessel proliferation affective preterm low birth weight infants. Here we report the first case report of a 4-month-old infant who presented to our outpatient setting with orbital cellulitis and bilateral ROP sequelae. Case report: A 4-month-old female infant was brought by her mother to the OPD with sudden onset redness, discharge, and swelling in the right eye accompanied by fever for 1 day. The child was born preterm at 8 months gestational age with a birth weight of 1.3 kg. Ocular examination revealed orbital cellulitis. Bruckner’s reflex revealed an altered red glow. Ultrasound B scan confirmed bilateral localized highly reflective peripheral anterior looping membranes suggestive of retinal detachment as sequelae of ROP. The child was treated with topical eyedrops 0.5% Moxifloxacin 2 hourly and was referred to a tertiary hospital for higher management in the form of intravenous injections of Cefixime 50 mg/kg in two divided cases with Vancomycin 60 mg/kg/day in two divided doses for 5 days in a critical care unit (CCU). Conclusion and importance: Orbital cellulitis is an emergency ocular condition that should be promptly treated with a multidisciplinary approach. There is a high probability of missing the posterior segment pathology in such cases. Meticulous history taking, detailed ocular examination along with Bruckner’s reflex help in immediately clinching the correct diagnosis in such cases and safeguards the clinician from any medicolegal issues in the future.

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Neonatal tooth infection resulting in subperiosteal orbital abscess: A case report

White

Harb

Dymerska

et al. 2021

International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology

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Orbital cellulitis in a neonate of the tooth bud origin : A case report

Cited by 4 publications

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Ophthalmia neonatorum complicated with neonatal orbital cellulitis: A case series

Ophthalmia neonatorum complicated with neonatal orbital cellulitis: A case series

A tale of orbital cellulitis and retinopathy of prematurity in an infant: First case report

Neonatal tooth infection resulting in subperiosteal orbital abscess: A case report

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