Ocular Injury After Laser Hair Reduction Treatment to the Eyebrow

    October 2012 in “ Archives of ophthalmology ”
    David L. Parver, Robert J. Dreher, Sahar Kohanim, Paul L. Zimmerman, Geoffrey Garrett, Laxmi Devisetty, Louis R. Pasquale
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    TLDR Laser hair reduction near the eyebrows can cause serious eye injuries even with safety measures.
    The document described six cases of ocular injury from laser hair reduction treatments to the eyebrow, emphasizing the risks even with safety precautions. Injuries included permanent iris damage, uveitis, and progression to glaucoma and cataracts, requiring surgical intervention. Patients aged 23 to 58 experienced pain, photophobia, and blurred vision, treated with topical steroids and surgeries like trabeculectomy and cataract surgery. A specific case involved a patient with immediate eye pain and subsequent visual issues despite wearing safety glasses, highlighting the need for comprehensive eye protection during such procedures to prevent serious ocular damage.
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