Citation

Al-Amry MA, Alsulaiman SM, Ghazi NG. Ocul. Immunol. Inflamm. 2018; 26(8): 1174-1176.

Affiliation

c Cleveland Eye Institute , Abu Dhabi , United Arab Emirates.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Informa Healthcare)

DOI

10.1080/09273948.2017.1327603

PMID

28622043

Abstract

PURPOSE: To report a case of severe anterior segment inflammation secondary to exposure to a high-power blue laser device.

METHODS: Case report.

RESULTS: A 14-year-old male presented with redness, pain and decreased vision in his left eye after exposure to blue laser. Examination indicated severe conjunctival injection associated with 4+ cells in the anterior chamber with fibrinous reaction. The posterior pole was normal.

CONCLUSION: Blue laser devices are easily available through the Internet. These devices can cause devastating ocular injuries. National safety guidelines are required to regulate use.

Language: en

Keywords

Anterior segment; blue laser; fibrinous reaction; trauma; uveitis