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(T15.1) Foreign body in conjunctival sac
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118 439 in individuals diagnosis foreign body in conjunctival sac confirmed
Diagnosis foreign body in conjunctival sac is diagnosed Men are 51.55% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis foreign body in conjunctival sac
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Women receive the diagnosis foreign body in conjunctival sac
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease foreign body in conjunctival sac - 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 conjunctival sac
Absence or low individual and public risk
Foreign body in conjunctival sac - what does this mean
Foreign body in the conjunctival sac is a condition in which a foreign object becomes lodged in the conjunctival sac, the space between the eyelid and the eyeball. this can occur due to direct trauma to the eye or from contact with an object that carries a foreign particle, such as dust or dirt. symptoms can include redness, irritation, swelling, and pain. treatment typically involves removing the object with special instruments, and may include antibiotics or other medications to treat any infection.
What happens during the disease - foreign body in conjunctival sac
Foreign body in conjunctival sac is a condition caused by the presence of a foreign object in the conjunctival sac, which is the space between the eyelids and the eyeball. this can occur due to a variety of reasons, including accidental contact with an object, rubbing of the eye, or even contact with contaminated surfaces. the presence of the foreign body can cause a variety of symptoms, such as irritation, redness, and pain. additionally, the foreign body can cause inflammation of the conjunctival sac, leading to further complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected eye
- Fluorescein staining of the conjunctiva
- Slit lamp examination of the eye
- Ultrasound of the eye
- CT scan or MRI of the eye
- Corneal scraping to identify the foreign body
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To remove foreign body from conjunctival sac
- Administer topical anesthetic eye drops to the affected eye.
- Perform a conjunctival sac irrigation with a sterile saline solution.
- Use a cotton-tipped applicator to remove the foreign body.
- Apply a topical antibiotic ointment to the eye.
- Instruct the patient to follow up with their eye doctor if symptoms persist.
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
400 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Foreign body in conjunctival sac - Prevention
The best way to prevent foreign body in the conjunctival sac is to practice good hygiene, including frequent hand washing and avoiding touching the eyes. additionally, wearing protective eyewear while engaging in activities that may cause foreign bodies to enter the eye, such as working with power tools or playing contact sports, can help reduce the risk.