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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Globe rupture
			\| image = [[File:Blausen_0388_EyeAnatomy_01.png\|250px]]
			\| caption = Anatomy of the eye
			\| field = [[Ophthalmology]]
			\| synonyms = Ruptured globe
			\| symptoms = [[Severe eye pain]], [[vision loss]], [[eye deformity]]
			\| complications = [[Infection]], [[vision impairment]], [[loss of the eye]]
			\| onset = Sudden
			\| duration = Acute
			\| causes = [[Trauma]], [[penetrating injury]], [[blunt force trauma]]
			\| risks = [[High-impact sports]], [[occupational hazards]], [[violence]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[CT scan]], [[ultrasound]]
			\| differential = [[Corneal laceration]], [[scleral rupture]], [[orbital fracture]]
			\| prevention = [[Eye protection]], [[safety goggles]]
			\| treatment = [[Surgical repair]], [[antibiotics]], [[tetanus prophylaxis]]
			\| prognosis = Variable, depends on severity and promptness of treatment
			\| frequency = Rare
			}}
	{{Short description\|A comprehensive overview of globe rupture}}		{{Short description\|A comprehensive overview of globe rupture}}
	~~{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}~~

	~~==Overview==~~
	~~[[File:Blausen_0388_EyeAnatomy_01.png\|thumb\|right\|Diagram of the human eye anatomy]]~~
	'''Globe rupture''' is a serious ophthalmic condition characterized by a full-thickness injury to the outer membranes of the eye, including the [[sclera]] and [[cornea]]. This condition is considered an ocular emergency and requires immediate medical attention to prevent permanent vision loss.		'''Globe rupture''' is a serious ophthalmic condition characterized by a full-thickness injury to the outer membranes of the eye, including the [[sclera]] and [[cornea]]. This condition is considered an ocular emergency and requires immediate medical attention to prevent permanent vision loss.

	==Causes==		==Causes==
	Globe rupture can occur due to various types of trauma, including blunt or penetrating injuries. Common causes include:		Globe rupture can occur due to various types of trauma, including blunt or penetrating injuries. Common causes include:

	* [[Blunt trauma]]: Often results from accidents such as motor vehicle collisions or sports injuries, where a sudden impact causes increased intraocular pressure, leading to rupture.		* [[Blunt trauma]]: Often results from accidents such as motor vehicle collisions or sports injuries, where a sudden impact causes increased intraocular pressure, leading to rupture.
	* [[Penetrating trauma]]: Occurs when a sharp object pierces the eye, such as a knife or a piece of glass.		* [[Penetrating trauma]]: Occurs when a sharp object pierces the eye, such as a knife or a piece of glass.
	* [[Surgical complications]]: Rarely, globe rupture can occur as a complication of eye surgery.		* [[Surgical complications]]: Rarely, globe rupture can occur as a complication of eye surgery.

	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==
	The symptoms of globe rupture can vary depending on the severity and location of the injury but may include:		The symptoms of globe rupture can vary depending on the severity and location of the injury but may include:

	* Severe eye pain		* Severe eye pain
	* Decreased vision or complete vision loss		* Decreased vision or complete vision loss
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	* [[Vitreous hemorrhage]]		* [[Vitreous hemorrhage]]
	* [[Proptosis]] (protrusion of the eye)		* [[Proptosis]] (protrusion of the eye)

	==Diagnosis==		==Diagnosis==
	Diagnosis of globe rupture is primarily clinical, based on the history of trauma and physical examination. Key diagnostic steps include:		Diagnosis of globe rupture is primarily clinical, based on the history of trauma and physical examination. Key diagnostic steps include:

	* Visual inspection for signs of rupture, such as irregular pupil shape or extrusion of intraocular contents.		* Visual inspection for signs of rupture, such as irregular pupil shape or extrusion of intraocular contents.
	* [[Seidel test]]: A fluorescein dye test to detect leaking aqueous humor.		* [[Seidel test]]: A fluorescein dye test to detect leaking aqueous humor.
	* Imaging: [[CT scan]] of the orbit is often used to assess the extent of the injury and rule out foreign bodies.		* Imaging: [[CT scan]] of the orbit is often used to assess the extent of the injury and rule out foreign bodies.

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	Immediate treatment is crucial to preserve vision and prevent complications. Management strategies include:		Immediate treatment is crucial to preserve vision and prevent complications. Management strategies include:

	* Protective eye shield: To prevent further injury.		* Protective eye shield: To prevent further injury.
	* Surgical repair: Urgent surgical intervention is required to close the rupture and restore the integrity of the globe.		* Surgical repair: Urgent surgical intervention is required to close the rupture and restore the integrity of the globe.
	* Antibiotics: To prevent infection, especially in cases of open globe injuries.		* Antibiotics: To prevent infection, especially in cases of open globe injuries.
	* Tetanus prophylaxis: Administered if indicated.		* Tetanus prophylaxis: Administered if indicated.

	==Prognosis==		==Prognosis==
	The prognosis for globe rupture depends on the severity of the injury and the promptness of treatment. Early surgical intervention can significantly improve outcomes, but severe injuries may result in permanent vision loss or [[enucleation]] of the eye.		The prognosis for globe rupture depends on the severity of the injury and the promptness of treatment. Early surgical intervention can significantly improve outcomes, but severe injuries may result in permanent vision loss or [[enucleation]] of the eye.

	==Prevention==		==Prevention==
	Preventive measures include wearing protective eyewear during activities that pose a risk of eye injury, such as sports or working with hazardous materials.		Preventive measures include wearing protective eyewear during activities that pose a risk of eye injury, such as sports or working with hazardous materials.
			==See also==
	==~~Related pages~~==
	* [[Ocular trauma]]		* [[Ocular trauma]]
	* [[Eye surgery]]		* [[Eye surgery]]
	* [[Vision loss]]		* [[Vision loss]]

	[[Category:Ophthalmology]]		[[Category:Ophthalmology]]
	[[Category:Medical emergencies]]		[[Category:Medical emergencies]]

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	~~'''Globe~~ rupture''' is a serious [[eye injury]] that involves a break or tear in the outer layers of the [[eye ball]], often caused by trauma. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention to prevent permanent [[vision loss]].		{{Short description\|A comprehensive overview of globe rupture}}
			{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}

	== ~~Causes~~ ==		==Overview==
	Globe rupture is ~~most commonly caused~~ by ~~blunt or penetrating~~ [[~~trauma~~]] ~~to the eye~~. This ~~can occur from a variety of incidents, such as sports injuries, car accidents, falls, or assaults. Other causes can include surgical complications or severe eye infections~~.		[[File:Blausen_0388_EyeAnatomy_01.png\|thumb\|right\|Diagram of the human eye anatomy]]
			'''Globe rupture''' is a serious ophthalmic condition characterized by a full-thickness injury to the outer membranes of the eye, including the [[sclera]] and [[cornea]]. This condition is considered an ocular emergency and requires immediate medical attention to prevent permanent vision loss.

	== ~~Symptoms~~ ==		==Causes==
	~~Symptoms of globe~~ rupture can ~~vary depending on the severity~~ of ~~the injury~~, ~~but may~~ include:		Globe rupture can occur due to various types of trauma, including blunt or penetrating injuries. Common causes include:
	* Severe [[eye pain]]
	* Decreased or lost vision
	* Visible tear or hole in the eye
	* Blood in the clear part of the eye
	* Abnormal pupil shape
	* Sensitivity to light

	~~== Diagnosis ==~~		* [[Blunt trauma]]: Often results from accidents such as motor vehicle collisions or sports injuries, where a sudden impact causes increased intraocular pressure, leading to rupture.
	~~Diagnosis of globe rupture typically involves a thorough eye examination by an~~ [[~~ophthalmologist~~]]~~. This may include~~ a ~~[[slit lamp examination]]~~, [[~~ultrasound~~]] of the eye, ~~and/~~or a [[~~CT scan~~]] ~~to assess the extent~~ of ~~the injury~~.		* [[Penetrating trauma]]: Occurs when a sharp object pierces the eye, such as a knife or a piece of glass.
			* [[Surgical complications]]: Rarely, globe rupture can occur as a complication of eye surgery.

	== ~~Treatment~~ ==		==Symptoms==
	~~Treatment for~~ globe rupture ~~is typically surgical~~ and ~~aims to repair the tear or hole in~~ the ~~eye. This is usually performed by an ophthalmologist specializing in [[retinal surgery]]. Following surgery, medications such as antibiotics and steroids~~ may ~~be prescribed to prevent infection and reduce inflammation.~~		The symptoms of globe rupture can vary depending on the severity and location of the injury but may include:

	== ~~Prognosis~~ ==		* Severe eye pain
	~~The prognosis for~~ globe rupture ~~depends~~ on the ~~severity~~ of the injury and ~~the promptness of treatment~~. ~~With immediate and appropriate~~ treatment~~, some patients may regain partial or full~~ vision. ~~However, in severe cases, globe rupture can result in permanent vision loss.~~		* Decreased vision or complete vision loss
			* Visible deformity of the eye
			* [[Hyphema]] (blood in the anterior chamber of the eye)
			* [[Vitreous hemorrhage]]
			* [[Proptosis]] (protrusion of the eye)

			==Diagnosis==
			Diagnosis of globe rupture is primarily clinical, based on the history of trauma and physical examination. Key diagnostic steps include:

			* Visual inspection for signs of rupture, such as irregular pupil shape or extrusion of intraocular contents.
			* [[Seidel test]]: A fluorescein dye test to detect leaking aqueous humor.
			* Imaging: [[CT scan]] of the orbit is often used to assess the extent of the injury and rule out foreign bodies.

			==Treatment==
			Immediate treatment is crucial to preserve vision and prevent complications. Management strategies include:

	== ~~See also~~ ==		* Protective eye shield: To prevent further injury.
	* [[~~Eye trauma~~]]		* Surgical repair: Urgent surgical intervention is required to close the rupture and restore the integrity of the globe.
	* [[~~Retinal detachment~~]]		* Antibiotics: To prevent infection, especially in cases of open globe injuries.
	* [[~~Hyphema~~]]		* Tetanus prophylaxis: Administered if indicated.
	* [[~~Vitreous hemorrhage~~]]
			==Prognosis==
			The prognosis for globe rupture depends on the severity of the injury and the promptness of treatment. Early surgical intervention can significantly improve outcomes, but severe injuries may result in permanent vision loss or [[enucleation]] of the eye.

			==Prevention==
			Preventive measures include wearing protective eyewear during activities that pose a risk of eye injury, such as sports or working with hazardous materials.

			==Related pages==
			* [[Ocular trauma]]
			* [[Eye surgery]]
			* [[Vision loss]]

	[[Category:~~Eye injuries~~]]		[[Category:Ophthalmology]]
	[[Category:Medical emergencies]]		[[Category:Medical emergencies]]
	~~[[Category:Ophthalmology]]~~

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'''Globe rupture''' is a serious [[eye injury]] that involves a break or tear in the outer layers of the [[eye ball]], often caused by trauma. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention to prevent permanent [[vision loss]].

== Causes ==
Globe rupture is most commonly caused by blunt or penetrating [[trauma]] to the eye. This can occur from a variety of incidents, such as sports injuries, car accidents, falls, or assaults. Other causes can include surgical complications or severe eye infections.

== Symptoms ==
Symptoms of globe rupture can vary depending on the severity of the injury, but may include:
* Severe [[eye pain]]
* Decreased or lost vision
* Visible tear or hole in the eye
* Blood in the clear part of the eye
* Abnormal pupil shape
* Sensitivity to light

== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of globe rupture typically involves a thorough eye examination by an [[ophthalmologist]]. This may include a [[slit lamp examination]], [[ultrasound]] of the eye, and/or a [[CT scan]] to assess the extent of the injury.

== Treatment ==
Treatment for globe rupture is typically surgical and aims to repair the tear or hole in the eye. This is usually performed by an ophthalmologist specializing in [[retinal surgery]]. Following surgery, medications such as antibiotics and steroids may be prescribed to prevent infection and reduce inflammation.

== Prognosis ==
The prognosis for globe rupture depends on the severity of the injury and the promptness of treatment. With immediate and appropriate treatment, some patients may regain partial or full vision. However, in severe cases, globe rupture can result in permanent vision loss.

== See also ==
* [[Eye trauma]]
* [[Retinal detachment]]
* [[Hyphema]]
* [[Vitreous hemorrhage]]

[[Category:Eye injuries]]
[[Category:Medical emergencies]]
[[Category:Ophthalmology]]

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