Suturing: Basic Skills and Techniques
8 Suturing: Basic Skills and Techniques 8.1 Loading the Needle in the Needle Holder Properly loading the needle in the needle holder ( Fig. 8.1) may seem a trivial point,…
Self-Assessment Quiz
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…
Suture Needles
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…
Needle Holders and Forceps
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…
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…
