A Retrospective Study of the Epidemiological and Clinical Patterns of Workplace Ocular Injuries among…

Cohort studyIndian journal of occupational and environmental medicine· Apr 2026

A Retrospective Study of the Epidemiological and Clinical Patterns of Workplace Ocular Injuries among Southern Railway Employees.

Archana Dhandapani, Saravanan Ravindran, Kalaivani Mohan … Suresh Kaliamurthy

OphthalmologyCohort studyClinical practiceQ3IF 0.8

Only 16.9% of injured railway workers wore protective eyewear despite availability

A Retrospective Study of the Epidemiological and Clinical Patterns of Workplace Ocular Injuries among Southern Railway Employees.

Archana Dhandapani … Suresh Kaliamurthy

Indian journal of occupational and environmental medicine · Apr 2026

Background

Workplace-related ocular injuries (workplace-related ocular injuries) are a major public health concern, particularly in developing countries where occupational safety measures are often insufficient.

Purpose

This study investigates the epidemiological and clinical characteristics of workplace-related ocular injuries among Southern Railways employees in India, aiming to improve preventive strategies and workplace safety.

Methods

This retrospective study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital in South India over a one-year period (January to December 2024).

n = 159 railway employees

16.9%

Results

16.9%

few workers actually wore the eye protection that was available

n = 159 railway employees

More results

The study population was predominantly male (95%), with the highest incidence in the age group of 21-40 years (99%).

Adnexal injuries were observed in 15.2% of cases.

Occupations involving welding and grinding accounted for 59.75% of injuries, followed by construction work.

More results

Most injuries were unilateral (84.2%), and 81% of patients sought treatment within 24 h.

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Conclusion · 1 of 2

Mechanical injuries are the most prevalent, often associated with inadequate use of protective equipment.

Conclusion · 2 of 2

Improved safety training, better-designed protective gear, and stricter enforcement of safety protocols could significantly reduce the incidence of workplace-related ocular injuries.

A Retrospective Study of the Epidemiological and Clinical Patterns of Workplace Ocular Injuries among Southern Railway Employees.

A Retrospective Study of the Epidemiological and Clinical Patterns of Workplace Ocular Injuries among Southern Railway Employees.

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