The objective of this study is to report a case of ocular trauma by gunshot bullet, which struck and lodged in the orbit, developing chorioretinitis sclopetaria. We also addressed the pathophysiological mechanism, the main clinical findings and laboratory tests, and treatment options. The characteristic of this case enhances the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in the ocular trauma.
Chorioretinitis/physiopathology; Chorioretinitis/therapy; Gunshot wounds; Penetrating eye injuries; Choroid/injuries; Rupture; Case reports
