title: Common ophthalmic emergencies.
abstract: Ophthalmic emergencies are immediate threats to the visual system that can lead to permanent loss of visual function if left untreated. These emergencies should be detected by physicians and immediately treated and referred to an ophthalmologist if necessary. This article reviews the most common ophthalmic emergency room presentations, the history and physical examination for an ophthalmic emergency, and the diagnosis and management of each condition.
authors.affiliation: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA.
authors.forename: G D
authors.initials: GD
authors.lastname: Khare
authors.forename: R C Andrew
authors.initials: RC
authors.lastname: Symons
authors.forename: D V
authors.initials: DV
authors.lastname: Do
mesh_terms: D004630:Emergencies; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital; D004638:Emergency Treatment / Q000379:methods*; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking / Q000379:methods; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods