Management of Eye Trauma for the Primary Care Physician

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.

Source: Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine - September 17, 2021 Category: Primary Care Authors: Rho, J. Y., Dryden, S. C., Jerkins, B. M., Fowler, B. T. Tags: Clinical Guidelines [amp ] Primary Care Source Type: research