Conclusion
rupture, injuries
OPACITIES, PATHOLOGY
The ASCOT study provides detailed clinical data on an extensive cohort of patients with open globe penetrating injuries undergoing vitreoretinal surgery. Although not a comprehensive epidemiological study, this study provides valuable insights into the spectrum of pathology encountered by vitreoretinal surgeons. We have documented the common settings for injury—in the workplace and through interpersonal violence, highlighted a trend in seasonal variation and reported the clinical presentations of the cases—predominantly penetrating or globe rupture and often with media opacities limiting the fundal view. These observations can help training and in planning the resources needed to deal with often challenging surgical cases.