RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Management of Eye Trauma for the Primary Care Physician
JF The Journal of the American Board of Family
                Medicine
JO J Am Board Fam Med
FD American Board of Family Medicine
SP 1018
OP 1029
DO 10.3122/jabfm.2021.05.210121
VO 34
IS 5
A1 Jonathan Y. Rho
A1 Stephen C. Dryden
A1 Brian M. Jerkins
A1 Brian T. Fowler
YR 2021
UL http://www.jabfm.org/content/34/5/1018.abstract
AB Eye trauma is frequently seen by non-ophthalmology providers. This article elucidates a methodological approach to eye trauma. The first step is to address any life-threatening conditions. Then a focused history and exam is discussed, starting externally. Then, key history, physical, pathophysiology, and basic management of common, serious eye injuries are discussed: chemical injury, orbital fractures, open globe, traumatic hyphema, retinal detachment, traumatic optic neuropathy, and eyelid laceration. Finally, we highlight the practicality of telemedicine for areas where ophthalmology coverage is lacking.