Dr. NIKUNJ TANK (T17517)

Abstract

Poorly managed corneal emergencies are an important cause of blindness, particularly in developing countries. Early and appropriate intervention can be the defining factor in the long term visual and cosmetic outcome of that concerned eye. This IC shall aim to discuss these in a step by step manner, shelling out guidelines which will be particularly beneficial to those where access to a cornea surgeon may be difficult. From simple/complex foreign bodies to recurrent abrasions/epithelial defect, to the principles & techniques of managing different cornel-scleral tears in a primary sitting, to perforated corneal ulcers, to the catastrophic effects of chemical injuries, experts shall lay out their recommendations in a simplified and concise manner. We will also explain every emergency related to refractive surgeries – from its diagnosis to management.

As an icing on the cake, we shall also discuss the medico-legal aspects related to it.

1	Corneal Foreign Body – Not so difficult , Not so easy (7 mins)	Dr. NIDHI GAJENDRAGADKAR	watch video
2	Managing Corneal Epithelial Challenges – A Tricky Situation (8 mins)	Dr. TUSHAR GROVER	watch video
3	Cornea & Scleral Tears – How to approach ? (10 mins)	Dr.Anand Pasari	watch video
4	Chemical Injuries – Rush for it (10 mins)	Dr. NIKUNJ TANK	watch video
5	Perforated Corneal Ulcers – Save the EYE, Save the Sight (10 mins)	Dr. KARAN BHATIA	watch video
6	Emergencies post Corneal Refractive Surgery – What to do? (10 mins)	Dr. HIMANSHU MATALIA	watch video
7	Medico-legal Aspects – Save Yourself (10 mins)	Dr.Deshpande Anant Awdhutrao	watch video
	Panel Discussion : (10 mins.)