Assessing and managing eye injuries
Journal Title: The Community Eye Health Journal - Year 2005, Vol 18, Issue 55
Abstract
Injuries to the eye are common. Many are minor but, if not treated quickly and appropriately, can lead to sight-threatening complications. Other injuries are severe, and even with expert management sight can be lost. Prevention of blindness from eye injuries requires: * injury prevention (health promotion including advocacy) * early presentation by the patient (health promotion and health worker training) * accurate assessment (good primary eye care and first aid) * prompt referral of serious injuries requiring specialist management.
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Karin Lecuona
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