Abstract
Purpose of Review
To review the epidemiology, classification, diagnosis, and management of open globe injuries.
Recent Findings
To date ocular injuries are a common cause of vision loss that can affect many age groups with serious socioeconomic impacts. Around 1.6 million people become blind from penetrating ocular trauma. Proper examination and intervention can lead to a better visual prognosis for the affected individuals. Here in, we review the classification of ocular trauma, the epidemiology, the diagnosis, and the management of open globe injuries based on their anatomic classification as well as their potential complications.
Summary
A high index of suspicion for an open globe, careful and gentle examination and early intervention may lead to better visual outcomes.
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Konstantinou, E.K., Baumal, C.R. Open Globe Injuries. Curr Surg Rep 10, 103–108 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40137-022-00317-w
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