In most cases the condition of the retina determines the outcome of an injury. In all cases of ocular (or systemic; see Chap.
3.3) trauma when posterior segment involvement can be suspected, vitreoretinal consultation should be sought. The earlier
such consultation takes place the better. Many vitreoretinal surgeons also prefer if they are the one who sutures the corneal/scleral
wound so that optimal conditions are established for vitrectomy, which may have be to performed in a very short period of
time if this is deemed necessary to prevent secondary complications.