DR. HAARISH ELANGO

DR. VIRESHWAR PRASAD, DR.ALKA JHA, DR. LUCY NISHA

Abstract

Aim:Effect of Liquor ban in RTA associated ocular trauma of North Bihar

Methods:Study done in tertiary centre of Bihar for 16 months when Liquor ban came(5/9/15-5/12/16).All cases of ocular trauma from RTA were included.Breathalyzer confirmed alcohol intoxication.History related to substance abuse taken.Ophthalmological examination done to note type of injury,impact on ocular structures and vision.Radiological tests done as needed.Statistical analysis done was based on age, sex, type of trauma and vehicle

Results:Before ban 242 of 293 RTA cases had ocular trauma,post liquor ban 143 of 186 RTA cases had ocular trauma.15% reduction seen in ocular trauma by RTA post Liquor ban.Lid ecchymosis-commonest injury.Most patients recovered with good vision in 6 months post-treatment

Conclusion:Alcohol consumption increases ocular trauma in RTA.Implementation of DONT DRINK AND DRIVE is emphasis of study.Bihar is front runner in the aspect and other states should adopt this for welfare of public