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Eye injuries from assault with chemicals.

J D Beare1

  • 1Western Ophthalmic Hospital, London.

The British Journal of Ophthalmology
|September 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Chemical assaults on eyes can cause severe damage, including total corneal epithelial loss and permanent vision impairment. This review highlights the critical need for prompt treatment following such injuries to mitigate vision loss.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Trauma Surgery

Background:

  • Eye injuries from chemical assaults pose a significant threat to vision.
  • Understanding the spectrum of injury is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the outcomes of patients with eye injuries caused by chemical assaults.
  • To assess the severity and long-term visual consequences of these injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 64 patients with eye injuries from chemical assaults.
  • Analysis of corneal epithelial status, limbal ischemia, and visual outcomes.

Main Results:

  • 17 eyes (of 16 patients) presented with total corneal epithelial loss and limbal ischemia.
  • Nine eyes resulted in effective blindness.
  • Two eyes experienced permanent, though less severe, vision impairment.

Conclusions:

  • Chemical eye assaults can lead to devastating and permanent vision loss.
  • Prompt and appropriate medical intervention is essential to preserve sight after chemical eye injuries.

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