Orbital Cellulitis Flashcards
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Q
What is orbital cellulitis?
A
Uncommon ophthalmic infection characterized by infection/inflammation of the soft tissues behind the orbital septum
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Q
What is prespetal cellulitis?
A
Much more common and less severe cellulitis
3
Q
Causes of orbital cellulitis?
A
Pre-septal cellulitis
- Spread from periorbital structures
- Often can occur post-operatively
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Q
Symptoms of orbital cellulitis?
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- Sudden onset of unilateral swelling of conjunctiva and lids
- Proptosis
- Pain on movement
- Relative afferent pupillary defect
- Fever
- Severe malaise
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Q
Diagnosis of orbital cellulitis?
A
CT which may show brain/orbital abscesses
-WBC Count
6
Q
Treatment of pre-septal orbital cellulitis?
A
Oral co-amoxiclav
7
Q
Treatment of orbital cellulitis?
A
- IV antibiotics
- Test optic nerve function frequently
- Surgery
8
Q
What does orbital mean?
A
Behind orbital septum: emergency
9
Q
Peri-orbital?
A
Anterior to orbital septum
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Organisms common to orbital cellulitis?
A
Staph Strep Coliforms H. Influenzae Anaerobes
