A STUDY TO EVALUATE THE DEMOGRAPHIC PATTERN OF THE INJURY CAUSED BY METALLIC CORNEAL FOREIGN BODY AND ITS OUTCOME AFTER TREATMENT

ADITYA KASHYAP; SMRITI SHARMA; SHALOO NEGI

doi:10.22159/ijcpr.2024v16i4.4092

Authors

ADITYA KASHYAP Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru Govt Medical College Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, India
SMRITI SHARMA Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru Govt Medical College Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, India
SHALOO NEGI Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru Govt Medical College Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22159/ijcpr.2024v16i4.4092

Keywords:

Ocular trauma, Corneal foreign bodies, Occupational hazards, Protective eyewear, Injury management

Abstract

Objective: This study aims to investigate the demographic characteristics, occupational background, and injury management of patients presenting with ocular trauma involving metallic corneal foreign bodies (FBs).

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at the outpatient clinic of Ophthalmology at Pt JLNGMC, Chamba. Data were collected from consecutive patients over three months. Demographic data, including age, gender, and education level, were analyzed alongside occupational background, injury context, and protective measures. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 17.0, with descriptive statistics utilized to present the results.

Results: The study revealed a predominance of young males (66%) in the 14-29 age group, with the metalwork industry (47%) being the primary sector where injuries occurred, mainly during metal grinding activities (53%). Lack of protective measures, such as temporary removal of eyewear (39%), contributed to the injuries. Notably, 54% of patients did not attempt self-removal of FBs. Superficial corneal FBs accounted for 45% of cases, indicating significant potential for severe injury.

Conclusion: The findings underscore the urgent need for enhanced safety education, rigorous enforcement of protective eyewear usage, and targeted interventions in high-risk occupational sectors to mitigate the prevalence and severity of corneal FB injuries. Addressing these challenges is crucial for preserving vision, reducing healthcare costs, and improving occupational health and safety standards.

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