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Mr Indy Sian presents this lecture. Corneal perforations are ocular emergencies with a myriad causes such as trauma, infection, autoimmune diseases, and loss of corneal innervation. It is important that Optometrists understand the various risk factors for corneal perforations and how they might present in their practice. As these presentations can sometimes be sight threatening, Optometrists should know how they are diagnosed, the management considerations and when and how quickly they may need to be referred to ophthalmology colleagues.
This recording is accredited for 1 non-interactive GOC CPD point for Optometrists.
Domains and Learning Outcomes
Professionalism
(s.10) Clinicians will have an appreciation of how optometrists can assist ophthalmology colleagues with the management of corneal perforations in their practice with pre and post care.
Clinical Practice
(s.5) Clinicians will have a greater understanding of the possible causes of corneal perforations and how they should be managed, as well as being able to advise patients on suitable prevention from possible trauma.
(s.5) Clinicians will have a better understanding of how to systematically ‘work up’ a patient presenting with suspected corneal perforation and the appropriate course of action to take when managing these patients.
About The Speaker
Mr Indy Sian is a Consultant Ophthalmologist based at the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Taunton, UK.