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Instrument care takes on greater importance in toxic anterior segment syndrome era
In the age of toxic anterior segment syndrome, proper care of ophthalmic surgical instruments is of even greater importance to patient safety.
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Titanium calipers: life-long accuracy without deforming
Material also features a high weight-to-strength ratio and excellent corrosion resistance
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A proprietary titanium caliper (Steiner Titanium Caliper, Stronger Medical Instruments) was designed to maintain accurate measurements and resist deforming of the tips even after numerous cycles of cleaning.
Studies still weighing supplements for tear dysfunction
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Supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids, and fish oils in patients with dry eye probably will decrease the overall inflammatory state of the eye based on subjective evidence, but objective placebo-controlled trials should be conducted to validate this recommendation.
The Association for Research and Vision in Ophthalmology and the National Alliance for Eye and Vision Research work to keep Congress up to date
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Most of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology's advocacy efforts in the United States take the form of educating members of Congress about the work its members do to help prevent and cure vision disorders and blindness.
Decontamination of surgical instruments is no place to cut corners
Clean microsurgical ophthalmic tools thoroughly, then rinse, rinse, and rinse some more
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Proper decontamination of microsurgical ophthalmic instruments takes time and effort and is not a place for shortcuts.
Instrument care takes on greater importance in toxic anterior segment syndrome era
Specific procedures for ophthalmic surgical microinstruments are essential for patient safety
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In the age of toxic anterior segment syndrome, proper care of ophthalmic surgical instruments is of even greater importance to patient safety.
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