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Optic Nerve Transection: A Model of Adult Neuron Apoptosis in the Central Nervous System
Published on: May 12, 2011
[Traumatic optic pit-Optic nerve evulsion caused by indirect ocular trauma]
Jens Heichel1, Max Griebsch2,3, Arne Viestenz2
1Universitätsklinik und Poliklinik für Augenheilkunde, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Ernst-Grube-Str. 40, 06120, Halle (Saale), Deutschland. jens.heichel@uk-halle.de.
A traumatic optic nerve evulsion (ONE) in a young man resulted in severe vision loss. Despite surgical intervention, complications led to the necessary enucleation of the affected eye.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Trauma Surgery
Background:
- Optic nerve evulsion (ONE) is a rare but severe ocular injury.
- Traumatic eye injuries can lead to significant vision impairment and necessitate complex management.
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