Ocular trauma.
A review of the literature was conducted to investigate recent articles about ocular trauma. Eye injuries may be divided into blunt and penetrating types. Males are more affected than females. Evaluation of eye injuries should start with visual acuity and continue with prompt referral to an ophthalmologist as indicated.


METHODS
Medlines search/American Academy of Ophthalmology.


RESULTS
Ocular trauma is a frequent reason for emergency room visits. Most injuries stem from sports, recreation, military, occupational, or automotive.


CONCLUSIONS
Patient education is highly recommended, as well as prevention by use of protective polycarbonate eyewear.
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John A. Burns School of Medicine, USA.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D017677:Age Distribution; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology; D015807:Eye Injuries, Penetrating / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology; D005260:Female; D006254:Hawaii / Q000453:epidemiology; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D008889:Military Personnel; D012307:Risk Factors; D017678:Sex Distribution; D014949:Wounds, Nonpenetrating / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology