Injury of eye and orbit, unspecified - what does this mean
Injury of eye and orbit, unspecified is an injury that is caused by trauma to the eye and orbit, which could be from a blunt or sharp object. this trauma could result in a fracture of the orbital wall, damage to the eyelid, or damage to the muscles and other structures around the eye.
What happens during the disease - injury of eye and orbit, unspecified
Injury of the eye and orbit is a general term used to describe any trauma that results in damage to the eye and the surrounding structures of the orbit. this type of injury can be caused by blunt force trauma, lacerations, foreign bodies, and chemical burns. depending on the severity of the injury, common symptoms may include pain, vision changes, bleeding, bruising, swelling, and double vision. treatment will depend on the type and severity of the injury, but may include antibiotics, pain medications, and surgical intervention.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of Treatment: To reduce inflammation and/or infection, and to promote healing of the eye and orbit.
- Prescribe topical and/or oral antibiotics, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical and/or oral anti-inflammatory medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical lubricating drops, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical steroids, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical antifungals, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral antiviral medication, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical antiseptic drops, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical anesthetic drops, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical antiglaucoma medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical anticholinergic medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic antibiotics, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic antifungals, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic antivirals, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic anticholinergics, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic antiglaucoma medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic anti-inflammatory medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic lubricating drops, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic steroids, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic antiseptic drops, if necessary.
- Prescribe topical ophthalmic anesthetic drops, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral anti-inflammatory medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral antiviral medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral anticholinergic medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral antiglaucoma medications, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral lubricating drops, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral steroids, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral antiseptic drops, if necessary.
- Prescribe oral anesthetic drops, if necessary.
- Perform orbit decompression surgery, if necessary.
- Perform orbital fracture repair, if necessary.
- Perform eyelid reconstruction, if necessary.
- Perform orbital reconstruction, if necessary.
- Perform orbital tumor removal, if necessary.
- Perform orbital cyst removal, if necessary.
- Perform orbital foreign body removal, if necessary.
- Perform orbital abscess drainage, if necessary.
- Perform orbital fat grafting, if necessary.
- Perform orbital biopsy, if necessary.
- Perform orbital decompression, if necessary.
- Perform orbital injection, if necessary.
- Perform orbital wall reconstruction, if necessary.
- Prescribe physical therapy, if necessary.
- Prescribe occupational therapy, if necessary.
- Prescribe speech therapy, if necessary.
- Prescribe vision therapy, if necessary.
- Prescribe cognitive therapy, if necessary.
- Prescribe counseling, if necessary.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of eye and orbit, unspecified - Prevention
Injury of eye and orbit, unspecified can be prevented by wearing protective eyewear when engaging in activities that may cause eye injury, such as sports, working with power tools, and working in hazardous environments. additionally, it is important to avoid rubbing the eyes, and to be aware of any foreign objects that could potentially cause injury.