Traumatic eye injuries

Ocular_Trauma_Guide_For_Clinicians

 

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The source provides a comprehensive medical review on ocular trauma, offering guidance for clinicians, particularly those in general practice, on the assessment and management of various eye injuries. It details a structured approach to evaluating patients with trauma, stressing the importance of detailed history and examination to determine the urgency of referral to an ophthalmology service. The review covers specific injuries, including chemical burns, orbital fractures, corneal foreign bodies, and closed and open globe injuries, emphasizing the need for accurate initial assessment and timely intervention to prevent permanent vision loss. Furthermore, it introduces the modified Birmingham Eye Trauma Terminology (BETT) classification system to standardize the description of mechanical eye and periocular injuries.