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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Angle grinders are common tools associated with severe eye injuries.
  • These injuries frequently involve complex trauma to ocular structures.
  • Understanding injury patterns and outcomes is crucial for prevention and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the clinical characteristics of eye injuries caused by angle grinders.
  • To identify prognostic factors influencing visual outcomes in these patients.
  • To evaluate the management and surgical interventions required.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of clinical data from 36 hospitalized patients with angle grinder eye injuries.
  • Collection of data on injury causes, trauma types, and patient prognoses.
  • Evaluation of visual acuity pre- and post-operatively and surgical intervention timing.

Main Results:

  • The study included 36 patients (36 eyes), predominantly male (34), aged 19-66.
  • Most patients (29) sought medical consultation within 12 hours; 23 underwent primary globe repair within 8 hours.
  • A significant proportion (29) required secondary surgical interventions, with varied visual acuity outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Angle grinder eye injuries are complex, affecting ocular adnexa and globe, often needing multiple surgeries.
  • Prognosis is influenced by injury characteristics, timeliness of care, and complications like endophthalmitis.
  • Early intervention and management strategies are critical for improving visual outcomes.