Choroidal Rupture in the Setting of Multi-Trauma

Abstract

Herein the authors call attention to the importance of ophthalmic evaluation in the setting of multi-trauma, particularly with facial and orbital fractures. In institutions such as ours, a tertiary general hospital, where such fractures are initially managed by a non-ophthalmic team such as trauma or maxillofacial surgeons, we would advocate for prompt referral to the ophthalmology team for assessment as described by our case of a choroidal rupture in the setting of multi-trauma.

Keywords:

• choroidal rupture
• multi trauma
• facial fracture
• orbital fracture
• maxillofacial

Consent for Publication

Written informed consent was obtained from the patient for publication of the details of their medical case and any accompanying images. The research was conducted ethically in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki. This retrospective review of patient data did not require ethical approval in accordance with local guidelines.

Acknowledgments

The authors would like to acknowledge the Alfred Hospital Orthoptic department for assistance with ophthalmic imaging.

Disclosure

The authors report no conflicts of interest, no financial disclosures for this work.