Abstract
Objective To investigate the clinical feature, treatment and pathogenesis of ocular injuries caused by bee sting. Methods Retrospective study on the 25 eyes of 20 patients harmed by bee sting. Results The clinical feature of the patients suffered from bee sting included tissue edema, corneal epithelium defect, iridocyclitis, secondary glaucoma, cataract and optic neuritis. The vision was recovered after immediate removal of the stinger, and the application of corticosteroids, antihistamines and neurotrophic drugs. Nonenzymatic polypeptide toxins and enzymes in bee venom caused severe toxic effect and hypersensitivity reaction might be the main pathogenesis of ocular injuries caused by bee sting. Conclusion Bee stings can cause the injury of ocular tissues. Removal of the stinger, and application of steroids, antihistamines, and neurotrophic drugs are effective treatments for bee stings. Key words: Bee sting, ocular; Clinical manifestations; Treatment; Pathogenesis
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