Traumatic retinal hemorrhages after bungee jumping: A case report and review of the literature

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Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie

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Clinical Case

The 23-year-old female patient went to the emergency room after experiencing sudden loss of vision in both eyes, two days after jogging. The student does not take hormonal contraceptives or oral anticoagulants; she has no drug allergies and no personal or family history of interest.

The left eye displayed a motility and pupillary response of 8/10 with the pinhole, while the right eye showed a visual acuity of counting fingers at a distance of 2 meters without any correction. These findings were observed during the emergency ophthalmological examination.

Introduction

It is a common practice in the Western world for athletes to participate in outdoor sports, which often involve the risk of becoming injured. One such sport is bungee jumping, where an athlete is suspended several hundred meters above the ground and wears a belt tied around his shoulders and between his legs. This type of sport has been described in the literature as having ocular alterations, including hyposphagma, chemosis, orbital hematomas, and peri literature. Retinal hemorrhages and secondary alterations to the ocular system have also been reported in this sport. These hemorrhages are believed to be caused by the sudden deceleration force and increased intrathoracic pressure that occurs when the athlete falls against gravity after the tension rope is released during bungee jumping. Risk factors for these ocular injuries may include myopia, coagulopathies, vascular weakness, young age, and being male.

There is a medical case of a patient with abrupt loss of vision in both eyes after engaging in this activity.

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Conclusion

In order to minimize the visual complications that can arise from engaging in activities such as bungee jumping, it is crucial for us to be aware of the potential secondary eye injuries associated with this practice and to prioritize early diagnosis. Additionally, it is important to acknowledge that participating in high-risk sports can also lead to bodily injuries.

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Disclosure of interest

The authors state that they do not have any conflicting interests.

Discussion

Bungee jumping is a sport that has gained followers in recent years in the Western world due to its contact with nature and the risks associated with outdoor activities. Several types of body injuries, such as tetraplegia, paralysis, nerve damage, peroneal hemorrhages, eye burns, and contusions, have been described in the practice of bungee jumping. However, these injuries are secondary to trauma caused by inadequate equipment, improper technique, or the impact of falling. The fall usually occurs from a height of 120 to 60 meters, and gravity plays a significant role in the process.