Abstract
The authors report a case of orbital cellulitis complicating bacteremia on central catheter infection. A 51-year-old man, with a history of diabetes and end-stage renal disease, was admitted for left exophthalmos with inflammatory chemosis, fever, and worsening of his general state. The CT scan showed exophthalmos with thickening of soft tissues and infiltration of the ocular fat without collection or sinus impairment. Orbital cellulitis was diagnosed. The etiological investigations showed Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia on femoral catheter infection. Progression was favorable with antibiotics and nursing care. The authors discuss the compromised prognosis of this disease and the need for rapid diagnosis and prompt therapeutic management.
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