Ophthalmic surgery

Abstract

This chapter discusses the anaesthetic management of ophthalmic surgery. It begins with a description of general principles, including anatomy and physiology of the globe and orbit, preoperative considerations of ophthalmology patients, and a discussion of different ocular block techniques. Surgical procedures covered include cataract extraction and intra-ocular lens (IOL) implantation; strabismus surgery; vitreo-retinal surgery; dacrocystorhinostomy (DCR), and repair of penetrating eye injuries.