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Ocular injuries in hockey.

P F Vinger

    Archives of Ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    Hockey players sustain serious eye injuries, with many requiring hospitalization and follow-up care for conditions like retinal detachment. Protective masks on helmets are recommended to prevent these severe ocular injuries.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Sports Medicine
    • Trauma Surgery

    Background:

    • Ocular injuries are a significant concern in contact sports like hockey.
    • Previous research indicates a need for better protective equipment to prevent eye trauma.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the incidence and types of ocular injuries in hockey players.
    • To evaluate the severity and long-term implications of these injuries.
    • To recommend preventative measures for ocular trauma in hockey.

    Main Methods:

    • A retrospective study of 38 hockey players who sustained ocular injuries over a three-year period.
    • Analysis of injury types, severity, hospitalization rates, and required follow-up care.
    • Categorization of specific ocular conditions resulting from trauma.

    Main Results:

    • 16 out of 38 players required hospitalization due to the severity of their eye injuries.
    • Twelve players needed follow-up for potential late complications, including angle recession, subluxated lens, traumatic cataract, retinal detachment, and enucleation.
    • Specific injury counts: angle recession (7), subluxated lens (3), traumatic cataract (3), retinal detachment (2), enucleation (1).

    Conclusions:

    • Hockey is associated with a high risk of severe ocular injuries.
    • A significant number of injuries necessitate hospitalization and long-term monitoring for complications.
    • Mandatory use of full-face protective masks on adequate helmets is strongly recommended for all hockey players to mitigate injury risk.

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