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Dr.Madhusudhan C N
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3409 | Dr.Vindya K M | [email protected] | 9108664365 |
Cornea and External Eye Disease
Title:Corneal foreign bodies-Comprehensive case series
Objective:To study risk factors,occupation,demographic details,management and outcomes of patients presenting with corneal foreign body Methods:A prospective analysis which included 150 patients with corneal foreign body between march 2023 to April 2023.Demographic data,clinical features,visual acuity at presentation and follow up,treatment and outcomes was analysed Results:Among 150 patients,the average age was 40yrs,male predominance(67%).Majority were occupational hazards(72%)commonly involving metallic foreign bodies(76%) and vegetative matter(20%).Visual acuity varied in each cases.Cases managed with foreign body removal followed by topical antibiotics.Outcomes varied from complete remission to remaining of rust ring in 18%,corneal opacities in 34%,ulceration in 8% Conclusion:Corneal foreign bodies pose a significant burden on the individual.Majority were preventable.Implementing preventive strategies and promoting workplace eye safety,education and awareness is crucial
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1441 | Dr.Shubhratha Sathish Hegde | [email protected] | 9900566118 |