OCULAR INJURIES IN COMBAT SPORTS: ANALYSIS OF MECHANISMS, DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES, AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES (2015–2025)
Matas Mikalauskas, Karolis Strašunskas, Edita Puodžiuvienė Abstract Ocular trauma is a significant concern in combat sports, where high-impact strikes frequently cause injuries ranging from mild superficial lesions to severe anterior or posterior segment damage capable of impairing vision. This narrative review examines ocular injury mechanisms in boxing, mixed martial arts, kickboxing, and other combat disciplines,…