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Target Audience: Ophthalmologists with an interest in cataract surgery.
Learning Objectives: To discuss preparation of both the patient and surgeon for possible intraoperative cough-related issues, steps to overcome infusion misdirection syndrome, and current concepts regarding intracameral antibiotic administration.
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Episode 31: Anticipation and Prevention
This is a routine case during which I discuss anticipation and prevention of problems caused by patient coughing, infusion misdirection syndrome, and finally the intracameral antibiotic controversy.
Richard J. Mackool, MD Financial disclosure: Consultant to Alcon, Diopsys. Proprietary interest in MST, Impex.
