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Full‐thickness eyelid penetration during cosmetic blepharopigmentation causing eye injury
Author(s) -
De Monya,
Marshak Harry,
Uzcategui Nicolas,
Chang Eli
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
journal of cosmetic dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.626
H-Index - 44
eISSN - 1473-2165
pISSN - 1473-2130
DOI - 10.1111/j.1473-2165.2008.00340.x
Subject(s) - chemosis , eyelid , medicine , conjunctiva , dermatology , surgery , ophthalmology , pathology
Summary Purpose This paper aims to present a case of iatrogenic injury to the globe during cosmetic eyelid blepharopigmentation (tattooing). Design/Methods Observational case report. Results A 46‐year‐old Asian female presented with chemosis and injection of the conjunctiva one day following cosmetic blepharopigmentation. The tattoo needle had penetrated full‐thickness through the lid margin, resulting in a line of pigment along the superior bulbar conjunctiva with an associated inflammatory reaction. The conjunctivitis resolved with treatment, but the pigment remained. Conclusion Physicians should be aware of the potential complications of cosmetic tattooing. Some measures for the prevention of iatrogenic injury are suggested.