Self-Assessment Quiz

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11 Self-Assessment Quiz 11.1 Questions 1. The earliest use of suture in ophthalmic surgery dates back to a) 1100 BC b) The 1600s c) The 1930s d) The late 1800s…

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Suture Needles

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6 Suture Needles The diversity of tissues and surgical maneuvers encountered in ophthalmic surgery makes the choice of needle an important one. Fortunately there is an exceptionally wide range of…

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Needle Holders and Forceps

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7 Needle Holders and Forceps 7.1 Needle Holders Needle holders for ophthalmic surgery are specially designed for use with small needles, and come in many different sizes and designs. They…

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Complications

Apr 7, 2019 by in OPHTHALMOLOGY Comments Off on Complications

10 Complications 10.1 Wound Dehiscence Wound dehiscence is one the most significant complications that can occur. The risk can be markedly reduced by paying careful attention to a number of…

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Accommodating Implants: The Crystalens

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Chapter 17 Accommodating Implants The Crystalens Robert J. Weinstock, MD Perhaps in the not-so-distant future we will be performing clear lens extractions on plano presbyopic patients and replacing the natural…

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