American journal of ophthalmology
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To report a child with anterior lens capsule rupture caused by air bag inflation. ⋯ Our case, in which the patient's lens capsule was ruptured by air bag inflation, illustrates that air bag deployment, even in minor low-speed accidents, can cause severe blunt trauma to the eye.
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Case Reports
A system for classifying mechanical injuries of the eye (globe). The Ocular Trauma Classification Group.
To develop a classification system for mechanical injuries of the eye. ⋯ This classification system will categorize ocular injuries at the time of initial examination. It is designed to promote the use of standard terminology and assessment, with applications to clinical management and research stud ies regarding eye injuries.
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To present an ultrasonographic finding that simulated an intraocular foreign body after repair of a ruptured globe. ⋯ Although a highly reflective echo source in the presence of a ruptured globe may suggest a foreign body, the presence of orbital air should also be considered when interpreting ultrasonograms used in the preoperative and postoperative management of globe trauma.
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To determine risk factors for secondary hemorrhage and poor visual outcome in children with traumatic hyphemas. ⋯ Sickle cell trait is a significant risk factor for secondary hemorrhage, increased intraocular pressure, and permanent visual impairment in children who have traumatic hyphemas following blunt trauma.