Guidelines to Eye Protection
during Laser Surgery
• Ensure
that everyone in the laser room is wearing the appropriate eye protection
before activating the laser. The eye wear should have the laser wavelength
protection and optical density of the lens material inscribed on it.
• A
special lens cover can be placed over the eyepiece of an endoscope to protect
the physician’s eye from laser backscatter. Remember that the physician’s
other eye will be unprotected.
• Everyone
in the laser room should wear eye protection during laser endoscopic
procedures.
• An
automatic lens shutter can be connected to a microscope head to provide eye
protection for persons viewing the procedure through the microscope.
• When
general anesthesia is used, cover the patient’s closed eye with moistened gauze
pads. When the patient is awake, place the appropriate glasses or goggles on
the patient. Explain the need for eye protection to the patient.
• During
laser surgery near the eye, a special laser eye shield may be placed directly
on the anesthetized eye surface.
• Ensure
that the appropriate protective eyewear is available at all entrances to the
laser room for anyone entering the area.
• When
storing protective eyewear, guard against scratches and mishandling. Scratches
on the lenses may decrease their effectiveness.Any questions be sent to drmmkapur@gmail.com
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