ReviewEye (London, England)2019
Retinal burns from laser pointers: a risk in children with behavioural problems.
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- Near-infrared imaging retinal diagnostic applications-a review.International ophthalmology · 2024Review
- RETINAL BURNS IN PHOTIC RETINOPATHY: THREE CASE REPORTS.Annals of burns and fire disasters · 2024Article
- Sneeze and burn: Macular scars secondary to sun- and laser beam-staring to induce photic sneeze reflex.American journal of ophthalmology case reports · 2024Article
- An Investigation of a Biomimetic Optical System and an Evaluation Model for the Qualitative Analysis of Laser Interference Visual Levels.Biomimetics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Macular pigment changes after cataract surgery with yellow-tinted intraocular lens implantation.PloS one · 2021Observational
- Near-Infrared Reflectance Imaging in Retinal Diseases Affecting Young Patients.Journal of ophthalmology · 2021Review
- Inner choroidal ischaemia and CNV due to handheld laser-induced maculopathy: a case report and review.Eye (London, England) · 2020Review
- Laser-Induced Maculopathy Masquerading as Hereditary Macular Dystrophy.Middle East African journal of ophthalmologyArticle
- Knowledge and attitude towards hazardous effects of laser pointers among attendees of football matches in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Saudi journal of ophthalmology : official journal of the Saudi Ophthalmological SocietyArticle
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Abstract
objectiveTo explore self-inflicted retinal burns from laser pointers in children.
methodsLiterature review of laser pointer retinal injuries in childhood and online survey of UK Consultant Ophthalmologists. A cohort of local children with self-inflicted injury is described. The matter is topical. We review progress in recent legislation and policy change in the UK.
resultsFour of 77 case reports of laser burns in childhood analysed reported psychological or behavioural issues. Three of four children in our cohort had such issues. Delay in diagnosis occurred in two of our patients. Structural retinal damage persisted for over 12 months in all four children (seven eyes). Our survey of UK ophthalmologists found 159 cases of injury (85% male), 80% under 20 years of age. The majority of the laser pointers were purchased online. Many patients (36%) suffered moderate vision loss (6/18 to 6/60 Snellen), while 17% (at least 11 patients) suffered severe vision loss (<6/60 Snellen).
conclusionWe highlight the risk of macular damage and vision loss from handheld lasers specifically in children with behavioural, learning or mental health issues. The diagnosis may be difficult or delayed in such children. In children with uncertain macular changes, ophthalmologists should explore the history for possible instances of exposure to handheld lasers pointers. Regulatory authorities and manufacturers of handheld lasers need to be aware of the risk to children. Furthermore, there is a need to better inform parents, carers and teachers of the risk of ocular self-injury from such lasers pointers.
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