Maculopathy caused by welding arcs. A report of 3 cases.
It is well known that radiation from welding arcs can cause keratoconjunctivitis and 'glassblower's cataract'. In literature only few cases of welding arc maculopathy have been reported. Three cases are presented.
Fich
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Department of Ophthalmology, Esbjerg Central Hospital.
Dahl
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Fledelius
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Tinning
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D000328:Adult; D005126:Eye Burns / Q000209:etiology; D005135:Eye Protective Devices; D005260:Female; D005654:Fundus Oculi; D006801:Humans; D008266:Macula Lutea / Q000293:injuries*; D008297:Male; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000209:etiology*; D014896:Welding