Removal of corneal foreign bodies: an instructional model.
A simple method for inflicting corneal foreign body injuries on bovine eyes is described and illustrated. The subsequent use of these eyes for teaching corneal and rust-ring removal is demonstrated. This method is suitable for instruction of large numbers of students and could be included in an undergraduate curriculum.
Collins
D W
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Department of Ophthalmolgy, University of New South Wales, Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick, Australia.
Coroneo
M T
MT
D000818:Animals; D002417:Cattle; D003315:Cornea / Q000601:surgery; D065306:Corneal Injuries; D005129:Eye Foreign Bodies / Q000601:surgery*; D015807:Eye Injuries, Penetrating / Q000601:surgery*; D009885:Ophthalmology / Q000193:education; D013663:Teaching / Q000379:methods*