NPJ Microgravity · 4 authors, 4 centres
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This narrative review synthesizes literature and NASA evidence reports on the detection and management of ocular conditions and injuries, excluding Space Flight-Associated Neuro-Ocular Syndrome, in human spaceflight. It identifies key diagnostic and therapeutic modalities suitable for the constraints of future long-duration missions.
The study is a narrative review of publicly available literature and NASA evidence reports. It describes ocular injuries and conditions relevant to spaceflight, such as corneal abrasions, foreign bodies, and dry eye, and reviews diagnostic tools like handheld portable slit lamps. The authors discuss the potential value and limitations of these tools within spaceflight constraints, including size, weight, and training requirements. They also review therapeutic modalities and preventive strategies. The review concludes that ocular trauma is a high-risk medical concern for future missions to the Moon and Mars, with increased construction work raising the risk profile.
