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Chopsticks-Induced Traumatic Choroidal Rupture With Submacular Haemorrhage in a Child
Atiqah Wan Khairuzzaman1, Mazaya Mahmud2, Jemaima Che Hamzah1
1Department of Ophthalmology, Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, MYS.
Cureus
|August 6, 2026
Summary
A child sustained traumatic choroidal rupture from a chopstick injury, presenting with severe vision loss and multiple eye injuries. Conservative management led to limited visual recovery, highlighting challenges in pediatric cases.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
- Trauma Care
Background:
- Traumatic choroidal rupture is a severe ocular injury.
- Pediatric cases present unique diagnostic and surgical challenges.
- School-related eye injuries require increased awareness and prevention strategies.
