Telemedicine‐based diagnosis and management of ocular chemical injury in a remote setting: A case report
Abstract Ocular chemical injuries require immediate diagnosis and treatment, posing challenges in remote regions. We report a case of mild chemical injury caused by an alkali chemical injury, successfully diagnosed and managed using telemedicine. A primary care physician utilized a smartphone‐based...
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| Main Authors: | , , , , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of General and Family Medicine |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/jgf2.70017 |
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| Summary: | Abstract Ocular chemical injuries require immediate diagnosis and treatment, posing challenges in remote regions. We report a case of mild chemical injury caused by an alkali chemical injury, successfully diagnosed and managed using telemedicine. A primary care physician utilized a smartphone‐based anterior segment imaging system (Smart Eye Camera), allowing an ophthalmologist to remotely evaluate and classify the injury as Roper‐Hall grade. Conservative treatment with irrigation and topical medications led to symptom resolution within 1 week. This case highlights the effectiveness of teleophthalmology, suggesting its significant potential for improving ocular care accessibility and timely intervention in medically underserved rural areas. |
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| ISSN: | 2189-7948 |