Corneal abrasion

Abstract

Clinical question: What is the best treatment for traumatic corneal abrasion? Results: Eye patching does not reduce pain in patients with corneal abrasions. Topical diclofenac does reduce pain in patients with corneal abrasions Implementation: Pitfalls to avoid when treating abrasions: • Treatment of small abrasions. • Treatment of larger abrasions. • When to refer for specialist treatment. © 2010 Fraser, publisher and licensee Dove Medical Press Ltd.