Ocular trauma in children.

نویسنده

  • P J Kutschke
چکیده

1. The frequency of eye injuries in children is high. The frequency and severity of at least 90% of these injuries, however, could be prevented. 2. Toys, especially bicycles and BB guns, are a major source of eye injury. Another major cause of ocular trauma is sports-related injuries. 3. Ophthalmic professionals should emphasize the role of spectacles as a protective device for children and advise parents of the advantages of polycarbonate spectacles.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Journal of ophthalmic nursing & technology

دوره 13 3  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 1994