Ocular Surface Injury From a Microwave Superheated Egg Resulting in a Pseudopterygium.
Gagnon, Michael R. M.D.; Dickinson, Paul J. M.D.
[Article] Eye & Contact Lens: Science & Clinical Practice. 31(3):109-110, May 2005.

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Purpose. To describe the first case of ocular surface injury resulting in a pseudopterygium from a microwave superheated egg.

Methods. Case report.

Results. A 12-year-old girl sustained an ocular surface injury resulting in a pseudopterygium from a microwave superheated egg.

Conclusion. Microwave superheated eggs can result in ocular injury. This case illustrates the potential ocular danger involved with microwave ovens.

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