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emDOCs.net Emergency Medicine (EM) Podcast

Episode 79: Open Globe Injury

Jun 6, 2023
Join Brit Long, MD as he discusses open globe injuries with Jess Pelletier, MD, an expert in the field. Topics include categorization of open globe injuries, diagnostic terminology, role of imaging, ultrasound in EM, and managing strategies for improved patient outcomes.
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Quick takeaways

  • Prompt treatment for open globe injuries is crucial to prevent endophthalmitis and improve prognosis.
  • Accurate classification of open globe injuries based on anatomical descriptions guides appropriate management.

Deep dives

Understanding Open Globe Injury and Its Significance

Open globe injury, a rare but critical diagnosis in emergency medicine, involves full-thickness damage to the eye resulting from blunt or sharp trauma. With an incidence of two to six cases per hundred thousand population, males aged 10 to 30 account for 80% of cases, often due to work-related accidents without protective eyewear. Delays in definitive care increase the risk of endophthalmitis and worsen the prognosis, highlighting the urgency of prompt treatment.

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