Under-eye fillers could impair vision
By Better Health Research News Desk • Nov 20th, 2008 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Vision
More people are turning to cosmetic surgery as a way to combat the signs of aging.
Now, an article in the New York Times has drawn attention to the possible risks that certain procedures aimed at reducing lines around the eyes may pose to people’s vision.
Thousands of doctors currently offer a procedure in which they inject viscous substances around a patient’s eye socket, according to the publication.
Although the FDA has not approved facial fillers for use around the eye area, many physicians offer off-label versions.
Side effects from the use of these fillers near the eyes range from facial lumps and discoloration to vision problems – and even blindness, according to some doctors’ anecdotal reports.
"Certainly I wouldn’t do it myself or have it done on me," Dr. Rene S. Rodriguez-Sains told the publication, adding that he sees between one and two patients each month who has suffered complications from under-eye injections performed elsewhere.
Meanwhile, earlier this week a panel of health advisors advised the FDA to provide further guidance to patients and doctors about the risks posed by all types of facial fillers, as well as urging further studies.
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