Botulinum Toxin A (Botox) in Ophthalmology: Hemifacial Spasm, Blepharospasm, Other Facial Movement Disorders, and Off Label Uses

Janette Lindley, MD, FRCSC, Kathleen Sullivan, MD, FRCSC, Carolyn Isbister, PhD

Department of Ophthalmology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia
11 April 2003

UBC Department of Ophthalmology Grand Rounds
50 minutes duration.

Objectives:

• Review the indications for and use of botox in facial spasm disorders
• Review the indications for and use of botox in facial pain syndromes and headache
• Review other off-label uses of botox for facial conditions
• Understand reconstitution and storage of botox
• Be aware of typical dosages used for clinical syndromes and expected duration of activity

• This event is eligible for Section 2 CME credit as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and may also be incorporated into a personal learning project (PLP) under Section 4 (Structured Learning Projects).
• This event is eligible for one hour of Section 2 CME credit