Preoperative medical testing and preparation for ophthalmic surgery.
The prevention of complications during and after procedures is the most important goal of preoperative evaluation. Several studies have proven the utility of a patient history and physical examination when making a diagnosis. This article discusses preoperative testing and risk assessment as well as management for various conditions that pose challenges to anesthesia and or surgery.
Sweitzer
Bobbie Jean
BJ
University of Chicago, 5841 S. Maryland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637, USA. bsweitzer@dacc.uchicago.edu
D003955:Diagnostic Tests, Routine / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D013508:Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures; D011300:Preoperative Care; D018570:Risk Assessment