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Ocular sports trauma: a private practice study

R G Orlando, J H Doty

    Journal of the American Optometric Association
    |February 1, 1996
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    Ocular sports trauma, a major cause of vision loss, often occurs during unsupervised activities. Wearing protective eyewear can prevent most of these injuries, highlighting the need for eye care practitioners to advocate for its use.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Sports Medicine
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Ocular sports trauma is a significant cause of irreversible vision impairment in the US.
    • Existing research often relies on emergency room data, necessitating a practice-based epidemiological study.
    • Understanding injury patterns aids in recommending appropriate protective measures for at-risk athletes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To prospectively evaluate ocular injuries within a private ophthalmology practice.
    • To identify athlete demographics most susceptible to sports-related eye injuries.
    • To document the long-term consequences of these injuries.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective study design.
    • Data collection from patients in a private ophthalmology practice.
    • Analysis of injury types, sports involved, and patient outcomes.

    Main Results:

    • Common injuries included corneal abrasions, traumatic iritis, lid/orbital contusions, and conjunctival hemorrhages.
    • Basketball and racquet sports were primary causes, followed by baseball/softball and football.
    • 29% of patients experienced permanent sequelae, with 8 suffering permanent visual loss, often during unsupervised play.

    Conclusions:

    • Findings align with emergency room data regarding injury types and sports.
    • The majority of ocular sports injuries are preventable with adequate protective eyewear.
    • Ophthalmologists should actively promote the use of protective eyewear for athletes.

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