Demographic characteristics and visual prognosis of open globe ınjuries in an ındustrialized region of Turkey, east Thrace

Preoperative visual acuity and gender are the strongest prognostic factors for final outcome in open globe injuries. Metal-induced industrial injuries are the most common cause of open globe injuries in the industrial region of Turkey and are mostly seen in young men. With this study, it is recommended to increase the occupational safety measures for eye protection in this region and ensure that workers in hazardous environments have access to and wear eye safety equipment at all work times.