title: Globe rupture in an 8-year-old girl.
abstract: This case study highlights a unique presentation of an 8-year-old girl with a globe rupture. The recognition of globe rupture is a challenge for all providers. If left untreated or unrecognized, the sequelae are devastating. The assessment and management of this patient are discussed herein. Maintaining a high level of suspicion is the best approach to ensure a positive outcome.
authors.affiliation: Department of Emergency Medicine at St. Mary Medical Center, Long Beach, California.
authors.forename: Michele
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Seckington
mesh_terms: D000061:Accidents, Home; D002648:Child; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D015807:Eye Injuries, Penetrating / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012421:Rupture