Alternative use of a splash screen.

Eye protection during surgical procedures has gained more attention with the increasing prevalence of viral diseases among the population (1, 3-5). Until now, no vaccination exists against Hepatitis C and HIV (1). Prevention therefore remains crucial (4, 5). Viral screening has no sense as a routine technique, since often results are only known after the surgery (4). Financial budgets become tighter and systematic screening is not a reasonable option. The systematic use of eye protection wear is proposed (3-5). In general, studies show that operating room personnel do not like eye protection because of an uncomfortable feeling and condensation, limiting the surgical visualisation (5).