title: Scanning energy dispersive X-ray analysis of intraocular foreign material.
abstract: Energy dispersive X-ray analysis is recognized as a most useful technique in research. Its diagnostic applications are being rapidly developed. We describe a case of corneal, lenticular and retinal damage in an eye without a documented history of trauma. Scanning energy dispersive X-ray analysis of foreign material in the lens helped to elucidate the probable cause of the injury. The medico-legal implications of this case are briefly discussed.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004577:Electron Probe Microanalysis; D005129:Eye Foreign Bodies / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot