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Total transient visual loss and orbital foreign bodies.

D J Stewart, R C Polomeno

    Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. Journal Canadien D'Ophtalmologie
    |April 1, 1979
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    Sudden blindness from orbital wood injuries can be reversed with prompt treatment. Urgent surgical removal of all wooden fragments is crucial for restoring vision and preventing complications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Trauma Surgery
    • Pediatric Medicine

    Background:

    • Penetrating orbital injuries, particularly from wood, can cause sudden, severe vision loss in children.
    • Assessing the extent of intraorbital foreign bodies is clinically and radiologically challenging.
    • Prompt intervention is critical, as initial blindness does not always predict a poor visual outcome.

    Observation:

    • Two pediatric cases of sudden blindness following orbital wood penetration are presented.
    • Challenges in clinical and radiological assessment of wooden fragment depth and trajectory were noted.
    • Both patients experienced visual recovery following surgical fragment removal.

    Findings:

    • Complete removal of all intraorbital wooden fragments is essential for visual acuity restoration.
    • Early visual loss in pediatric orbital trauma does not preclude a favorable prognosis.
    • Vigorous management is indicated for persistent visual loss and signs of retained foreign bodies.

    Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of urgent surgical intervention in pediatric orbital foreign body injuries.
    • Emphasizes that prompt management can lead to significant visual recovery even in cases of sudden blindness.
    • Underscores the need for anticipating and managing potential immediate and delayed neurological complications.

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