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  • Ophthalmology
  • Trauma Research
  • Vision Science

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  • Ocular trauma is a significant cause of preventable blindness globally.
  • Sequelae include corneal scarring, lens injury, glaucoma, and endophthalmitis.
  • Limited research addresses post-traumatic glaucoma specifically after open globe injuries (OGI).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the incidence of glaucoma following open globe injuries.
  • To identify risk factors and causes of post-traumatic glaucoma after OGI.
  • To summarize current treatment strategies for glaucoma post-OGI.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on ocular trauma and glaucoma.
  • Analysis of existing research on open globe injuries and their complications.
  • Synthesis of data on incidence, risk factors, etiology, and management.

Main Results:

  • Open globe injuries pose a substantial risk for developing glaucoma.
  • Key risk factors include injury severity, intraocular foreign bodies, and initial management.
  • Glaucoma development can be delayed, necessitating long-term monitoring.

Conclusions:

  • Glaucoma is a serious, often delayed, complication of open globe injuries.
  • Understanding risk factors is crucial for early detection and intervention.
  • Effective management strategies are needed to preserve vision in patients with OGI.