Hyaluronidase hypersensitivity: A rare complication of peribulbar block.
Indian J Ophthalmol
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2016 Feb; 64(2): 160-162
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ABSTRACT
Peribulbar block, though safe, can cause serious complications such as globe perforation and peribulbar hemorrhage. Hyaluronidase is an enzyme that is used as an adjuvant in peribulbar anesthesia, and it helps in rapid penetration of the anesthetic agent. Hypersensitivity to hyaluronidase is a rare but potentially sight‑threatening complication. We report a case of hyaluronidase hypersensitivity following peribulbar injection for cataract surgery mimicking as peribulbar hematoma in the immediate postinjection phase and as orbital cellulitis 48 h later.
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Indian J Ophthalmol
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2016
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