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Eye injuries associated with paintball guns.

A K Farr1, S Fekrat

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, The Zanvyl Krieger Children's Eye Center, The Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD 21287-9028, USA. afarr@jhmi.edu

International Ophthalmology
|November 5, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Paintball impacts can cause severe eye injuries, including lens subluxation and optic neuropathy. Wearing protective paintball eye gear is crucial to prevent vision loss.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Sports Medicine

Background:

  • Paintball is a popular recreational activity.
  • Ocular injuries from paintball impacts are a significant concern.