| Abstract [eng] |
This thesis is a narrative review of the topic of ocular burns. The thesis reviews the existing literature regarding the presentation, mechanisms, evaluation and treatment of ocular burns. Ocular burns can be physical burns, either thermal or radiation burns, or chemical, caused by either alkali or acid. The different types of ocular burns present differently and operate in different mechanisms, which are detailed in this thesis. I chose, in adherence to the prevalence in the population and the interest of the medical community, to focus more in this thesis on chemical ocular burns. Following the review of presentation and mechanism, the thesis presents the acceptable systems for evaluating and categorizing different ocular burns. This evaluation determines the course of treatment the patient should receive according to the medical protocol. Treatment of ocular burns is done in phases, starting with emergency first aid treatment, followed by primary and secondary treatment by a physician and according to its severity and status of healing, medical and even surgical interventions. The aim of this thesis is not only to review the current body of research regarding the topic of ocular burns, but also to emphasize the innovative and ongoing research. |
