DR. SAPNA SABNANI

DR.DR. SHWETA WALIA

Abstract

purpose: Aim of this study was to understand impact of lockdown on spectrum and outcome of emergency cases presenting in ophthalmology department

Methods: Data of patients seen during lockdown ( March 25, 2020 – May 30, 2020) was collected. Descriptive statistics used for analysis.

Results: 192 patients were seen which is 97.5% less cases compared to 2019(7705 vs 192). 71.4% patients were male (n =132). Most common age group was 15-30 years. Majority (51.04%) cases were of ocular trauma followed by conjunctivitis and ocular surface disorder (26.04%), cataract (9.89%), glaucoma (6.24%), diabetic retinopathy (4.16%) and ARMD (2.60%); amongst ocular injuries motor vehicle accidents (41.8%) were highest followed by domestic activities (17.3%), both incidence more common in males.

Conclusions: Only emergency surgeries were done. Patient volume was low, consultation was most commonly required. Ocular trauma may be because motor vehicle accidents were high despite restrictions on movement.