Original research article: A retrospective study of industrial eye injuries

Abdulhamid S. Mavli; Rishendra Singh Sisodiya

Original research article: A retrospective study of industrial eye injuries

Authors
Abdulhamid S. Mavli, Rishendra Singh Sisodiya

Abstract
Background: Each day, an estimated 2,000 workers suffer eye injuries on the job, which not only robs many of them of their sight, but also costs employers and insurance companies millions of dollars a year. These injuries incur more than $924 million annually in workers’ compensation, and nearly $4 billion in wage and productivity losses, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Aim: To study various aetiological factors which are responsible for ocular injuries in various industrial environments and to assess the types of injuries and their outcomes in various types of occupations.

Material and Methods: This study included 70 cases with a history of trauma, which was sustained while working, who presented directly or were referred to our institute. Detail history was taken that includes type of injury, duration of injury etc. Their visual outcomes were considered.

Results: Male were more affected as compared to female. The commonest age group which was affected was the 21-30 years age group. Mechanical injuries were the most common type of injury.

Conclusion: An attempt was made to find out the various aetiological factors for ocular injuries and their visual outcomes.

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