Dr.PRATEEKSHA SHARMA

Dr. J.L. GOYAL, Dr.Raina Usha Kaul

Abstract

Methods: Medical records of cases of ocular trauma presented to the emergency department

of Tertiary Eye Center on Diwali night were collected according to the Birmingham Eye Trauma Terminology System.

Results: 101 patients attended emergency services. The mean age of patients was 19 years (2.5 years -60 years) .Males comprised the majority of the cases (93%). Fourteen patients had bilateral injury giving a total of 115 eyes injured. Seven eyes had no perception of light on presentation while other seven had inaccurate projection in one or more quadrant. 83% were closed globe injuries. More than half of the patients (66%) were actively involved in burning crackers.

Conclusion: Ocular trauma is very common in firecracker injury. Firecracker injury is avoidable cause of blindness. Since it affects the young productive population of the country better awareness, education, alertness and ocular protection can prevent injuries which range from minor to permanent damage.