M.D. Elevated intraocular pressure as a response to topical corticosteroid use is a well recognized occurrence in the adult population. Topical use of corticosteroids for facial and periocular hemangiomas is a common practice today.
Secondary glaucoma is a potential, although rare, complication of such therapy.
The possible ocular side effects of treatment for capillary hemangiomas has been well-described in the literature, but secondary glaucoma has not been highlighted. We present a case of secondary glaucoma in an infant caused by topical steroid therapy for an eyelid hemangioma. Please send comments and suggestions. You may also attach electronic files to e-mail.