Surrounding Rust Ring in Surgery — 45yo Man | Ophthalmology | SMLE Q#19223
SMLE Question #19223
Surgery
Ophthalmology
Objective: OBJ-OPH-TRAUMA-01
Last updated: April 2026
A 45-year-old man presents 30 minutes after a metal shard from grinding struck his right eye. He has severe pain, tearing, and blurred vision. He has not attempted removal. Examination shows a metallic corneal foreign body with a surrounding rust ring; there is no obvious globe rupture or prolapse. What is the most appropriate next step in management?
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