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Elastic cord-related ocular injury
1Singapore National Eye Centre, 11 Third Hospital Avenue, Outram Road, Singapore 168751. melwhy@singnet.com.sg
Singapore Medical Journal
|April 18, 2008
Summary
Elastic cords can cause serious eye injuries, including vision loss. Awareness of these dangers is crucial to prevent traumatic ocular injuries from elastic cord accidents.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Trauma Care
Background:
- Elastic cords are common in workplaces and daily life.
- Accidental ocular trauma can result from the sudden release or impact of elastic cords.
Observation:
- A 43-year-old male experienced decreased visual acuity in his left eye after an elastic cord injury at work.
- Examination revealed significant ocular damage, including pupillary sphincter rupture, iridodonesis, phacodonesis, traumatic cataract, hyphaema, and vitreous hemorrhage.
Findings:
- The patient's visual acuity and vitreous hemorrhage showed improvement with topical steroid and antibiotic treatment.
- Despite treatment, the injury highlights the potential for severe, sight-threatening consequences from elastic cord incidents.
Implications:
- Elastic cord-related ocular injuries pose a significant risk to vision.
- Public awareness and safety precautions are essential to mitigate the dangers associated with elastic cord use.
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