Trauma to the Globe and Orbit - 09/08/11
Doi : 10.1016/j.emc.2007.11.006
Sharon P. Bord, MD ⁎ 
, Judith Linden, MD
, Judith Linden, MD Department of Emergency Medicine, Boston University Medical Center, One Boston Medical Center Place, Dowling 1 South, Boston, MA 02118, USA
Corresponding author.Abstract |
Trauma to the eye represents approximately 3% of all emergency department visits in the United States. Rapid assessment and examination following trauma to the eye is crucial. A thorough knowledge of potential injuries is imperative to ensure rapid diagnosis, to prevent further damage to the eye, and to preserve visual capacity. This article describes the aspects of the eye examination that merit special attention in the case of trauma. It then discusses the eye injuries most likely to be seen in the emergency department and their appropriate treatment.
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Vol 26 - N° 1
P. 97-123 - février 2008 Retour au numéro
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