Clinical & experimental ophthalmology.
Publisher:
Blackwell Science Asia,. Carlton, Vic. : Wiley-Blackwell Pub. Asia
Frequency: Bimonthly
Country: Australia
Language: English
Author(s):
Royal Australian College of Ophthalmologists., Ophthalmological Society of New Zealand.
Start Year:2000 -
ISSN:
1442-6404 (Print)
1442-9071 (Electronic)
1442-6404 (Linking)
1442-9071 (Electronic)
1442-6404 (Linking)
Impact Factor
4
2022
| NLM ID: | 100896531 |
| (OCoLC): | 43941516 |
| Coden: | CEOPBW |
| LCCN: | 00252086 |
| Classification: | W1 AU497D |
Neuro-ophthalmological sequelae of horse-related accidents. The aim of this study was to highlight the neuro-ophthalmological dangers associated with horse riding, and working around horses, and the importance of wearing adequate headgear to protect the rider from neuro-ophthalmic injuries. It raises the questions of whether the current laws regarding helmet use are satisfactory, and whether helmets currently used are of an adequate standard. Methods: The records over a 20-year period of one neuro-ophthalmologist in Adelaide were reviewed producing 22 patients with neuro-ophthalmological sequelae of head injuries as a result of horse-related accidents....