(T15.0) Foreign body in cornea

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118 439 in individuals diagnosis foreign body in cornea confirmed

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis foreign body in cornea is diagnosed Men are 51.55% more likely than Women

89 748

Men receive the diagnosis foreign body in cornea

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

28 691

Women receive the diagnosis foreign body in cornea

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease foreign body in cornea - Men and Women aged 0-5

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79, 85-89

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 80-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 45-49, 90-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-44, 50-89

Disease Features foreign body in cornea

Non-contagious

Trauma

Absence or low individual and public risk

Foreign body in cornea - what does this mean

Foreign body in the cornea is a condition wherein a foreign object, such as a metal shard, dirt, or other particle, becomes lodged in the outermost layer of the eye. this can occur due to a direct injury, such as a foreign object being thrust into the eye, or due to indirect injury, such as a particle of dust or sand becoming trapped in the eye. symptoms of a foreign body in the cornea include pain, redness, and reduced vision. treatment typically involves removal of the foreign body, either through manual extraction or with a laser.

What happens during the disease - foreign body in cornea

Foreign body in the cornea occurs when a foreign object enters the cornea and becomes lodged in the tissue. this can happen when small particles such as dust, dirt, or other debris come into contact with the eye. if not removed, the foreign body can cause inflammation, infection, and even scarring of the corneal tissue. in some cases, the foreign body can cause a corneal ulcer or abscess. if left untreated, these conditions can lead to vision loss or even blindness.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Visual inspection of the eye
Slit lamp examination
Fluorescein staining of the eye
Ultrasound biomicroscopy (UBM)
Confocal microscopy
Gonioscopy
Pachymetry

Additions:

Corneal topography
Optical coherence tomography (OCT)

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Remove the foreign body from the cornea

Perform a comprehensive eye exam to determine the location and size of the foreign body
Administer anesthetic eye drops to numb the eye
Use a microscope to locate the foreign body
Use a fine forceps to remove the foreign body
Rinse the eye with a sterile saline solution to remove any remaining debris
Prescribe antibiotic eye drops to prevent infection
Prescribe anti-inflammatory eye drops to reduce inflammation
Monitor the patient for any signs of infection or complications

4 Days of Hospitalization Required

400 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment

Foreign body in cornea - Prevention

The best way to prevent a foreign body from entering the cornea is to wear protective eyewear such as safety glasses or goggles when working with or around hazardous materials. additionally, it is important to ensure that contact lenses are properly cleaned and stored to prevent the introduction of foreign particles.

Main symptoms of the disease foreign body in cornea

Photophobia

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Lacrimation

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Foreign body sensation in the eyes

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Eye inflammation

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Eye pain

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Cutting in the eyes

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