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Pattern of ocular trauma.

M M Hossain1, A A Mohiuddin, A H Akhanda

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Mymensingh Medical College, Mymensingh, Bangladesh.

Mymensingh Medical Journal : MMJ
|August 2, 2011
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Ocular trauma predominantly affects young males, often due to accidental occupational injuries from sharp objects. Many patients experience severe vision loss, highlighting the need for preventative measures and timely treatment for eye injuries.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Ocular trauma represents a significant cause of visual impairment and blindness globally.
  • Understanding the epidemiology of eye injuries is crucial for developing targeted prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the demographic characteristics, causes, and visual outcomes of patients with ocular trauma.
  • To identify risk factors associated with ocular injuries in a specific patient population.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective observational study involving 250 patients with ocular trauma.
  • Data collection included patient demographics, injury details (cause, time to treatment), and visual acuity.
  • Patients were recruited from Mymensingh Medical College Hospital between November 2009 and October 2010.

Main Results:

  • The majority of patients were young males (76%), with the highest incidence in the 11-20 age group (39.2%).
  • Accidental occupational injuries (51.2%) caused by sharp objects (59.2%) were the most common.
  • Open globe injuries (62%) were more frequent than closed globe injuries, with a significant proportion (64%) presenting with poor visual acuity (6/60 to PL).

Conclusions:

  • Ocular trauma disproportionately affects young males, with occupational accidents being a primary cause.
  • The high prevalence of severe visual impairment at presentation underscores the urgent need for eye safety measures and prompt medical intervention.
  • Socioeconomic factors may also play a role, as most patients originated from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.