Role of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection in Management of Chalazion
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 10
Abstract
Objectives: To study the efficacy of intralesional triamcinolone acetonide injection in the management of chalazion. Materials And Method: A prospective clinical study on patients with chalazion less than 5mm in size attending the OPD of department of ophthalmology in a tertiary centre. RESULT:Patient with chalazia of size<5mm responded well to the treatment. CONCLUSION:We conclude from the present study that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide injection is a simple, safe and effective alternative to surgery in the treatment of small chalazia
Authors and Affiliations
Dr Srinivas Ganagi, Dr Adith Bhaskar, Dr Sarita Gonsalves
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