# Retinal ischemia following mandible tumor treatment with steroid injection

## TL;DR

A patient developed retinal ischemia after receiving steroid injections to treat a mandible tumor.

## Contribution

This case report highlights a rare complication of steroid therapy for central giant cell granuloma.

## Key findings

- Retinal ischemic disease occurred following corticosteroid injections for a mandible tumor.
- The case suggests a potential link between steroid treatment and retinal complications.
- Steroid therapy, while less invasive, may carry unexpected ocular risks.

## Abstract

Central giant cell granuloma is a rare osseous tumor affecting young patients
with anatomical and functional compromise of the maxilla and mandible. Steroid
injection therapy constitutes a less invasive treatment modality for disease
control in selected cases. Retinal ischemia is a reported complication of
multiple medical procedures, including dental interventions, and may lead to
loss of vision with poor prognosis. We report a case of retinal arteriolar
ischemic disease following central giant cell granuloma management with local
injected corticosteroids.