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  • Jan 14, 2020

    Management of Corneal Lacerations and Anterior Segment Trauma

    American Academy of Ophthalmology
    Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Cornea/External Disease
    Learning Plan CME

    This collection of content reviews preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative concerns when managing corneal lacerations and traumatic injuries to the anterior segment. Topics include patient evaluation, exploration for uveal tissue and intraocular foreign bodies in cases of a ruptured globe, imaging modalities, suturing techniques for the cornea and sclera, and other coincident concerns such as traumatic cataract, iris repair, and infectious endophthalmitis.