DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2024.v12i05.051

Pages: 776-779

Orbital cellulitis is extremely rare in newborns, constituting an emergency that can jeopardize functional or vital prognosis. Early identification of symptoms and implementation of appropriate treatment are essential to ensure a good prognosis and reduce the risk of long-term complications. We report the case of a 16-day-old male newborn hospitalized for Left orbital cellulitis stage 3 according to the Chandler classification, treated with antibiotics and an evacuation puncture with a good outcome.