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Traumatic Glaucoma in Children

Savleen Kaur1, Sushmita Kaushik2, Surinder Singh Pandav3

  • 1Senior Resident, Advanced Eye Centre, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.

Journal of Current Glaucoma Practice
|March 22, 2016
PubMed

Insights

Traumatic glaucoma in children is understudied, with limited data on causes, symptoms, and outcomes. This review examines pediatric traumatic glaucoma, focusing on presentation, management, and factors linked to advanced disease.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology
  • Glaucoma Research

Background:

  • Ocular trauma is common in young patients.
  • Published research often focuses on traumatic cataracts, neglecting traumatic glaucoma in children.
  • There is a significant knowledge gap regarding pediatric traumatic glaucoma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the demographical profile of traumatic glaucoma in children.
  • To analyze the common signs, symptoms, management, and visual outcomes of pediatric traumatic glaucoma.
  • To identify factors associated with advanced glaucomatous changes in this population.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on traumatic glaucoma in children.
  • Analysis of case reports and clinical series.
  • Synthesis of data on presentation, management strategies, and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Limited data exists on the specific causes and presentations of traumatic glaucoma in children.
  • Management strategies vary, and visual outcomes are often guarded.
  • Factors contributing to disease progression require further investigation.

Conclusions:

  • Traumatic glaucoma in children is a distinct entity requiring specific attention.
  • Comprehensive studies are needed to better understand its epidemiology and natural history.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for preserving vision in affected children.

Keywords:
Blunt.ChildhoodGlaucomaPenetratingTrauma

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