[Bisphosphonate-induced ocular and orbital inflammation]

Ugeskr Laeger. 2022 Jul 11;184(28):V03220169.
[Article in Danish]

Abstract

The inflammatory side effects of bisphosphonates are well-known. We report a case of orbital and ocular inflammation secondary to the use of intravenous zoledronic acid and a case of scleritis secondary to oral alendronate. Bisphosphonate-induced inflammation can present as uveitis, (epi)scleritis, and orbital inflammation. The course is typically self-limiting after cessation of bisphosphonate therapy, but resolution can be further promoted by steroid therapy. The ocular side effects of bisphosphonates should be duly considered.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Alendronate / adverse effects
  • Bone Density Conservation Agents* / adverse effects
  • Diphosphonates / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Inflammation / chemically induced
  • Inflammation / drug therapy
  • Scleritis*

Substances

  • Bone Density Conservation Agents
  • Diphosphonates
  • Alendronate