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Review
. 2011 May;22(3):180-4.
doi: 10.1097/ICU.0b013e328345974c.

Overview of ocular anesthesia: past and present

Juanita S Bryant  1 , Brandon G Busbee, Elias Reichel
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Review

Overview of ocular anesthesia: past and present

Juanita S Bryant et al. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2011 May.

Abstract

Purpose of review: Many choices of ocular anesthetic techniques are available to the ophthalmologist. This study reviews currently used techniques of topical, subconjunctival and regional block anesthesia used in ophthalmic procedures.

Recent findings: The choices of anesthetics that are available are considered and a new ocular anesthetic gel is described that provides sustained ocular surface anesthesia, minimal side-effects and may also have antimicrobial properties.

Summary: Consideration of ocular anesthetic techniques and anesthetic choice plays a critical role for the success and safety of ophthalmic surgery.

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