Ophthalmic Injuries in Sailors and Sea Workers – Pathomechanism and Treatment

Abstract The purpose of the article is to do a literature review and present own experience regarding main causes ophthalmic injuries in sailors crew workers. Sailors sea workers often use heavy equipment when working on vessel, offshore platform or other. Using these types tools carries high risk injury. They are also exposed various chemicals, many which eye irritants. Ophthalmic common but rarely fatal. can lead vision loss, reduce quality life inability continue work. categorized included chemical, mechanical, electrical, diving related barotrauma infections. We most cause injury, situations they occur, pathomechamism damage, recommend prevention method, possible first aid cases specialized treatment reference hospital necessary.