RT Journal
A1 PATTON JM
T1 THe protective value of certain special types of spectacle glass
JF Journal of the American Medical Association
JO Journal of the American Medical Association
YR 1929
FD October 19
VO 93
IS 16
SP 1190
OP 1193
DO 10.1001/jama.1929.02710160004002
UL http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jama.1929.02710160004002
AB Before the materials and appliances proposed for protecting the eyeball and its appendages are considered, the real need for such protection should be made manifest. The ophthalmologist who serves an extensive industrial practice is reminded every day of its necessity and should see to it that both employer and worker are informed concerning the eye hazards of their particular industry and are thoroughly familiar with modern methods of prevention and protection. He can do much to insure safety measures and thereby reduce ocular trauma to a minimum.However, the ophthalmologist with the average clinical practice also has a responsibility to his clientele, to the extent at least that all who need special protection should be told of their danger and of the means available for securing relative safety.It is generally conceded that at least 90 per cent of all eye injuries due to external violence would be prevented by