Mass casualty from chemical fumes among filmmakers

Chemical fumes are known to cause eye injury resulting in disablement. A mass casualty (group of 17 filmmakers) reported with severe irritation, watering, redness, photophobia, and blepharospasm in their eyes following approximately 12 hours after exposure to fumes of Japan black mixed with kerosene...

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Published in:TNOA Journal of Ophthalmic Science and Research 2018-01, Vol.56 (3), p.180-182
Main Authors: Ramesh, Prasanna, Jha, Kirti, Balamurugan, Anugraha
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
chemical conjunctivitis
film shooting
japan black
kerosene
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Summary:Chemical fumes are known to cause eye injury resulting in disablement. A mass casualty (group of 17 filmmakers) reported with severe irritation, watering, redness, photophobia, and blepharospasm in their eyes following approximately 12 hours after exposure to fumes of Japan black mixed with kerosene after film shooting with intense arc light. Examination revealed chemical conjunctivitis, keratoconjunctivitis, dermatitis, and eyelid edema. Symptoms resolved within 48 hours in all except 1, with supportive treatment, lubricant eye drops, and rest in the darkened room. This case report underlines the need for healthy industrial practices to avoid chemical injuries from volatile chemicals among filmmakers.
ISSN:2589-4528
2589-4536
2589-4528
DOI:10.4103/tjosr.tjosr_66_18