Ectropion following topical 5-fluorouracil treatment

We present a case of a 78-year-old woman who developed unilateral ectropion after topical 5-fluorouracil application. This case highlights the importance of clear patient instruction while prescribing topical 5-fluorouracil. Patients should be advised to wash their hands thoroughly after application. We also stress the importance of counseling patients to keep the medication away from the orbital rim, eye, and eyelid.PMID:36876262 | PMC:PMC9980511 | DOI:10.1080/08998280.2023.2165296
Source: Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Source Type: research