Practice abstract
British Dental Journal 199, 647 - 648 (2005)
Published online: 26 November 2005 | doi:10.1038/sj.bdj.4812929
Steroid-induced psychosis complicating orthognathic surgery: A case report
- Corticosteroids are used widely in maxillofacial surgery.
- Psychosis may result from brief corticosteroid regimens.
- Consultant surgeons may exercise holding power to keep 'at risk' patients in hospital.
- Input from a consultant psychiatrist is vital to ensure a satisfactory outcome.
Abstract
Psychosis is an uncommon but well-recognised complication of short-term corticosteroid administration. We report a case of steroid-induced psychosis subsequent to a bimaxillary osteotomy.
- Senior House Officer, Ballina Road, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo, Ireland
- Consultant, Odstock Centre for Burns, Plastic & Maxillofacial Surgery, Salisbury District Hospital, Odstock Rd, Salisbury SP 8BJ.
Correspondence to: P S Fleming1 e-mail: padhraigfleming@hotmail.com