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[Eye injuries due to playing squash].

A Hirsh1, I Ashkenasi, A Elchalel

  • 1Goldshlager Eye Institute, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer and Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.

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|June 15, 1990
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Playing squash can cause serious eye injuries, affecting the cornea, anterior chamber, and retina. Mandatory polycarbonate protective eyewear is recommended in Israel to prevent these sports-related eye traumas.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Sports Medicine
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Squash is a popular racquet sport with a known risk of ocular trauma.
  • Previous studies highlight various eye injuries associated with squash participation.

Purpose:

  • To report three cases of eye injuries sustained during squash play.
  • To identify common ocular structures affected in squash-related injuries.
  • To advocate for preventative measures in the sport.

Summary:

  • Three cases of squash-related eye injuries are presented.
  • Injuries involved the cornea, anterior chamber, and retina.
  • The findings underscore the vulnerability of ocular tissues during squash.

Impact:

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  • Recommends mandatory use of polycarbonate protective lenses for squash players in Israel.
  • Aims to reduce the incidence and severity of eye injuries in the sport.
  • Contributes to sports safety guidelines and ophthalmological injury data.