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A Study On Ocular Surface Disorders In Intensive Care Unit Patients | |
Dr. Pankaj Baruah, Dr. Baby Deka, Dr. Vanita Soni | |
This study aimed to evaluate the Prevalance of ocular surface disorders in patients admitted in intensive care units of GMCH, Guwahati. The inclusion Criteria encompasses the patients admitted in intensive care unit and risk factors responsible for predisposing ocular surface disorder in these admitted patients. Conducted at RIO, GMCH, this study spanned from January 2023 to December 2023, involving a thorough ocular examination, including history taking, extraocular examination, intraocular examination of anterior segment bedside and fundus examination including staining of ocular surface being done. Follow ups of stable patients done in OPD and Diagnostic Clinic of RIO for proper slit lamp examination and other diagnostic evaluation. Study drew insights from referenced existing literature, such as studies by Grixti, M. Sadri, J. Edgar, and A. V. Datta, N. Joyce, J. McHugh, P.Alexander, A. Kalhoro, and A. Ionides, Nelson, J.D., Havener, V.R., Cameron, J.D. Notable findings included Maximum no. of cases noted in age group of 60 years and above. Pattern of symptoms are almost similar to other studies. Peak incidence was found to occur on 2nd to 8th day of admission in ICU. Conclusion highlighted untreated neglected case can lead to dreaded complications and permanent visual loss, so early clinical diagnosis and appropriate treatment measures are very important to keep the disease under control. |
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