Bacterial conjunctivitis management

Many practitioners believe that prevention of postoperative infection begins with preoperative management of the cataract patient. Some advocate the use of eyelid scrubs or a topical broad-spectrum antibiotic fiar several days before surgery. This is particularly important with patients who have preexisting conditions, such as conjunctivitis, dacryocystitis, or chronic bacterial blepharitis. Ophthalmic surgeons often administer topical antibiotics within 1 to 2 hours preoperatively to prevent woimd infection. 

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