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Severe Ocular Trauma Caused by Fireworks Injury: A Case Series.

Authors :
Al Barqi, Mohammed
Al Ghadeer, Huda
Source :
Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology. Apr-Jun2022, Vol. 29 Issue 2, p103-105. 3p.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

The aim was to describe the three eyes of three patients with severe firework-related ocular injuries. The three eyes of three patients with firework injuries were studied. All patients were men aged 5, 11, and 31 years. All underwent a complete ocular examination, and two had surgical intervention. Two eyes received surgical treatment. One eye had evisceration, and the other eye had lens aspiration with a posterior chamber intraocular lens. Final visual acuity was no light perception, light perception, and 20/50. Ocular trauma from fireworks can cause a significant ocular morbidity, especially in children. Public health education on the hazards of fireworks is crucial to prevent a permanent visual loss. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09749233
Volume :
29
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
163400111
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/meajo.meajo_217_22