Some Aspects of Clinical Picture and Treatment of Modern Bullet Wounds of Visual Organ
A retrospective analysis of case histories (2010-2012) of 141 patients with missile wounds of visual organ from different types of weapons is presented. Standard ophthalmological examination as well as X-ray methods and spiral computed tomography were used. Conservative and surgical treatments were used. Many patients needed later new plastic and reconstructive operations. The conclusion is drawn that management tactics and the outcome depend on bullet presence, its localization, and extent of damage. Indications for bullet extraction surgery are strictly individual.