Airbag-mediated corneal injury.
This is the first report of airbag-induced facial and corneal abrasions associated with several weeks of blurred vision in a patient without previous visual or ocular problems. Similar episodes of minor trauma from airbags are becoming commonplace, reflecting the increasing popularity of these lifesaving devices. Nonetheless, airbag-associated injuries, especially facial and ocular injuries, should be monitored and reported to both increase physician awareness and to determine if further airbag design improvements are necessary.
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Department of Emergency Medicine, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI 48073-6769.
D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D000328:Adult; D001336:Automobiles; D065306:Corneal Injuries; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011482:Protective Devices