Corneal abrasion.
OBJECTIVE
What is the best treatment for traumatic corneal abrasion?


RESULTS
Eye patching does not reduce pain in patients with corneal abrasions. Topical diclofenac does reduce pain in patients with corneal abrasions


METHODS
Pitfalls to avoid when treating abrasions: Treatment of small abrasions Treatment of larger abrasions When to refer for specialist treatment.
Fraser
Scott
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Sunderland Eye Infirmary, Sunderland, UK. sfraser100@gmail.com
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