Hyperpyrexia occurring in a 27-year-old woman undergoing eye surgery is described. The cause, although open to doubt, appeared to be a thyroid storm.

purpose: to determine the indications for and surgical techniques of corneal transplantation at labbafinejad medical center (lmc) from 2004 to 2007. methods: in this descriptive study, records of 756 patients who had undergone corneal transplantation from october 2004 to october 2007 were reviewed. results: overall, 504 male (64.9%) and 272 female (35.1%) subjects with mean age of 41.29±21.25 (...

Thirteen human subjects scheduled for elective anterior segment eye surgery received hourly 2% voriconazole eye drops 4 hours presurgery. No side effects were reported. Significantly, the voriconazole concentration in the aqueous humor of the eye was similar to that reported for the 1% voriconazole solution, suggestive of concentration-independent absorption.

some traumatic surgery resulting from local accidents, alcoholic excess, assaults, and the acts of fools. In June, 1942, and the few anxious months which followed and preceded General Montgomery's offensive at Alamein, it was my privilege to command a rifle company in defence of the hospital against attack from parachutists, fifth columnists, and any nativre rioting, should this arise. Much att...

A sterotaxic device for experimental surgery in enucleated eyes is described. This instrument is made entirely of plastic, is inexpensive to make, and has proved to be an invaluable help in teaching microsurgical procedures to ophthalmic residents.

Anesthesia care for the patients undergoing ophthalmologic surgical procedures during local/regional anesthesia balances goals of patient comfort with safety and an optimal outcome in a highly cost-conscious environment. This article discusses current practices and trends in anesthesia care with respect to sedation for eye surgery during local/regional anesthesia. Although there is no evidence ...

The use of monitored anaesthesia care (MAC) is increasing with the discovery of newer, more effective and appropriate drugs and techniques. MAC is intended to achieve patient comfort with safety and optimal clinical outcome and is being extensively used worldwide for cataract and other ophthalmic surgeries. This article briefly reviews the conceptual basis of MAC, its use in ophthalmic surgerie...

Eye drops and eye ointments are the main treatment for most eye conditions and after eye surgery or surgery to the periocular structures. This article outlines the role nurses play in ensuring the safe administration of topical eye medication and that patients adhere to their treatment regimens.

some traumatic surgery resulting from local accidents, alcoholic excess, assaults, and the acts of fools. In June, 1942, and the few anxious months which followed and preceded General Montgomery's offensive at Alamein, it was my privilege to command a rifle company in defence of the hospital against attack from parachutists, fifth columnists, and any nativre rioting, should this arise. Much att...