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Bilateral visual loss after severe burns in a child
Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
|October 1, 1991
Summary
Severe burns can cause sudden vision loss in children. Prompt medical treatment led to significant visual recovery within five weeks, highlighting the importance of timely intervention for burn-related visual complications.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Burn Medicine
- Trauma Care
Background:
- Severe burns are a significant cause of morbidity, with potential for multi-organ complications.
- Ocular complications following severe burns can impact visual function and patient prognosis.
- Delayed hospital admission may influence the development and severity of burn-related complications.