Diagnosis of dry eye – an important element for successful cataract surgery

Issue 8/2022

M. Dimitrova, I. Petkova
Eye Hospital Zora – Sofia

Modern cataract surgery offer postoperative recovery and a low risk of complications. However, there are potential complications that can be vision threatening. One such example is dry eye syndrome. It is a disorder of the tear film of the eye, as a result of reduced production or increased evaporation from the ocular surface. Side effects of cataract surgery on the eye surface can both directly cause and worsen pre-existing dry eye syndrome.
The preoperative preparation algorithm will help surgeons optimize preoperative measurements and improve postoperative outcomes.

Address for correspondence:
М. Dimitrova , I. Petkova
Eye Hospital Zora – Sofia 
4, Petar Protich, Str. 
1784, Sofia, Bulgaria
e-mail: dr.m_dimitrova@abv.bg