title: An automatic instrument for preoperative ocular compression.
abstract: An automated machine for the application of intermittent preoperative ocular compression is described. Its intermittent action allows retinal perfusion at regular intervals and use of a much higher pressure than would be allowed with a constant compression device. The shorter compression time necessary with this machine allows less time for retrobulbar anesthesia to wear off. Its use safely and rapidly reduces intraocular pressure before surgery.
mesh_terms: D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004864:Equipment and Supplies / Q000592:standards; D006801:Humans; D007429:Intraocular Pressure; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular / Q000295:instrumentation*; D011312:Pressure