Visual Outcome following Blunt Ocular Trauma among Patients attended Tobruk Medical Center

Ocular trauma is a significant public health issue that leads to blindness and disability, especially in underdeveloped nations. It represents 5% of hospitalizations and one-third of cases with notable vision impairment, The objective of this study was to assess the visual effects of blunt trauma in order to provide valuable information for the development of future care regimens. The study was a longitudinal investigation carried out at Tobruk Medical Center. It encompassed all patients admitted to the ophthalmology department with different forms of ocular trauma from January to December 2023. The study demonstrated a significant association between trauma type and visual outcome severity [P<0.001], with blunt penetrating trauma having the greatest percentage of blind outcomes [63.6%]. The majority of eye injuries resulted in normal or mild vision impairment [74.1%], with only a tiny fraction leading to blindness [7%]. Visual outcomes are influenced by factors such as the nature of the trauma, the initial visual result, and the type of surgery performed. Effective supervision is essential for achieving the best possible visual results. Additional research is required to enhance the effectiveness of treatment strategies.