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Ocular trauma epidemiology: 10-year retrospective study.
Archana Pandita1, Michael Merriman
1Department of Ophthalmology, Waikato Hospital, Hamilton. panditaarchana@yahoo.com
The New Zealand Medical Journal
|January 28, 2012
Summary
Ocular trauma is more common in men, with outdoor activities and work being leading causes. This study details the epidemiology of eye injuries in Waikato, New Zealand.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Ocular trauma represents a significant cause of vision loss globally.
- Understanding the epidemiology of eye injuries is crucial for targeted prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence and epidemiological characteristics of ocular trauma in Waikato, New Zealand.
- To identify risk factors and common causes of eye injuries in the region.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 821 ocular trauma cases in Waikato, New Zealand.
- Data collected included patient demographics (age, sex, ethnicity), trauma type (open globe injury/OGI, closed globe injury/CGI), and visual acuity (VA) at presentation and discharge.
- Slit lamp examination findings were also recorded.
Main Results:
- Men experienced a higher rate of ocular trauma (74%) compared to women (26%).
- The most frequent causes were outdoor activities (25.9% in men, 10% in women) and work-related injuries (20.7% in men).
- The annual incidence rate was 20.5 per 100,000 population, with 253 OGIs and 568 CGIs.
Conclusions:
- This study provides valuable insights into the epidemiology of ocular trauma in Waikato, New Zealand.
- Findings highlight the need for public health initiatives focused on injury prevention, particularly for men engaged in outdoor activities and occupational settings.
