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  1. 1 Apr 2021 2 min read

    Dos and Donts in the Operation theatre on Day One for Postgraduates in COVID times

    Dos: Change into OR scrubs and slippers. Make sure your OR cap and mask are separate from the one you have been wearing in OPD. Make sure to cover all strands of hair under the cap, especially for women. A clean shave is recommended for men to ensure a good fit for your N95 mask. Ensure proper usage of protective eyewear and a visor at all times. Wash hands/ use a Sanitizer before entering the OR. Learn to differentiate between sterile and non-sterile areas inside the theatre. Read about the procedures scheduled in the OR the previous day. For what the mind does not know, the eyes do not see. Know your operating microscope, foot controls, and instruments thoroughly. Learn to arrange the instrument trolley, paint, and drape the patient for surgery. Maintain adequate distance from the operation table during observation. Learn the 6 steps of handwashing and perform them for the prescribed amount of time depending on the concentration of Povidone-iodine in your institute. Maintain appropri

    Dr. Nikita Pathare
  2. 1 Apr 2021 16 min read

    Instruments used in Cataract Surgery: Ready Reckoner for the Post Graduates

    Cataract Surgery is the most common surgery performed all over the world. Proper knowledge of surgical instruments used in cataract surgery is essential. This article gives you an overview and description of instruments commonly used in cataract surgery. Simcoe's irrigation- aspiration cannula: Design: Available in two different designs. The original model also called the direct Simcoe where aspiration is through the silicone tube and irrigation through the main hub. The surgeon holds the syringe attached to the silicone tubing which is used to generate suction for aspiration in his/her left hand and the irrigation line is attached to the main central hub. The other model is the Reverse Simcoe where irrigation is through the main hub. The surgeon uses a syringe attached to the main hub to generate suction for aspiration. Cannulas are available in different sizes: 21,22,23 gauge which has an aspiration port size of 0.5,0.35,0.3 mm respectively. These are 15 mm long in size with an angle

    Dr. Rohit Rao
  3. 1 Apr 2021 27 min read

    Instruments Used in Vitreoretinal Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide for the Post Graduates

    History : While writing about the instrumentation of retinal surgery, the first name came in my mind was the none other than the Jules Gonin, who not only identified the Retinal tear as a prerequisite for the retinal detachment in the way back in 1904 in his first paper with series of 3 cases but also described the management of the same later on after constant hard work over the next two decade. He made major contribution and impact in the field of retinal surgery, immediately after his major presentation at the International Congress of Ophthalmology in 1929, and hence it is worth starting the topic recalling him. From the Gonin era to date, there were three major events in terms of development. 1st – improvement in instrumentation used to evaluate vitreoretinal pathology. 2nd – Evolution of the methods to create a chorioretinal adhesion around retinal breaks. 3rd – the development of a variety of techniques to tackle the vitreoretinal adhesion and hence to close the break permanentl

    Dr. Pratik Shah
  4. 1 Apr 2021 9 min read

    Instruments Used in Oculoplasty

    Oculoplasty Instruments Oculoplasty deals with the aesthetic part of ophthalmology. Precision is the key in Oculoplasty as the outcomes depend on it. Good precision can be achieved with good knowledge of the instruments used in oculoplasty and when to use them. This article would give a brief idea on basic instruments used. Nettleship Punctum Dilator It is the instrument with very fine blunt tip, with a tapering end Uses Dilation of puncta during diagnostic and therapeutic probing Before syringing in small puncta, Diagnosing punctal stenosis, Canalicular repair with monoka stent, Silicone tube intubation Nettleship Punctum Dilator Castroviejo Lacrimal Dilator It is the instrument with Double-ended with fine and medium taper end. Uses Dilation of puncta during diagnostic and therapeutic probing Before syringing in small puncta, Diagnosing punctal stenosis, Canalicular repair with monoka stent, Castroviejo Lacrimal dilator Thudicum’s Nasal Speculum It is a thin instrument with flanges, o

    Dr. Rohit Rao
  5. 1 Apr 2021 57 min read

    Syndromes in Ophthalmology

    A syndrome is a recognizable complex of symptoms and physical findings that indicate a specific condition for which a direct cause is not necessarily understood. While medicine has innumerable syndromes, a similar scenario exists in ophthalmology too. It is crucial for a clinically astute ophthalmologist to be aware of these syndromes to initiate necessary workup for more sinister lesions associated with certain ocular findings. This article aims at addressing various syndromes related to ophthalmology highlighting the ocular findings. A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z A Aarskog’s syndrome: Ocular symptoms include megalocornea, hypertelorism, antimongoloid palpebral fissures. Systemic features are short stature, syndactyly. Aberfeld Syndrome Ocular features include blepharophimosis, exotropia, myopia, congenital cataracts, microcornea. Systemic features are myopathy, bone deformities, arachnodactyly, dwarfism, hypoplas

    Dr. Niranjan Karthik Senthil Kumar
  6. 1 Apr 2021 4 min read

    Ten Tips for Clearing the FRCS Examination

    The FRCS examinations have for long been considered an elite qualification in ophthalmology. While the format and pattern of the examination will evolve in the future, more so due to the special circumstances brought about by the COVID pandemic, certain principles will continue to prevail. The examination generally comprises a written component (multiple-choice questions and/or essay questions) and face-to-face components – the viva voce and the clinical stations. 1. Know why you wish to clear this examination What is your motivation to appear for this examination? Do you wish to prove something to yourself and/or your peers? Are you excited by the prospect of additional degrees? Do you think your job prospects will improve? Once you have a clear goal of what it is that you wish to achieve by becoming an FRCS, your roadmap for appearing and passing the examination will become clear. I would strongly advise against setting down this path half-heartedly or changing one’s mind midway. It

    Dr. Devendra Venkatramani
  7. 1 Apr 2021 4 min read

    Mnemonics in Ophthalmology

    In this section, we tried to gather all the mnemonics of ophthalmology, which we think will be of great benefit for our readers especially the students of Ophthalmology. However, the database is now in its infancy. So, if you have any mnemonics on ophthalmology, told by your teacher, friends, please send it to me at drparthopratim@gmail.com Remember Keratoconus with the help of CONES Central scarring & Fleischer ring Oil drop reflex / Oedema (hydrops) Nerves prominent Excessive bulging of lower lid on downgaze (Munson’s sign) Striae (Vogt’s) Remember Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome with ICE Iris Naevus Chandler Syndrome Essential Iris Atrophy Remember Behcet's Disease with the help of ORAL UPSET Occlusive periphlebitis Retinitis Anterior uveitis Leakage from retinal vessels Ulceration (aphthous/genital) Pustules after skin trauma (Pathergy test) Scratching leaves lines (dermatographism) Erythema nodosum Thrombophlebitis Remember posterior scleritis with POST SCLER Proptosis Ophthalmo

    Dr. Parthopratim Dutta Majumder
  8. 21 Oct 2020 2 min read

    Download Ophthalmology Fellowship Information Booklet

    Why this book? It was the question that prompted us to find answers in this form. Despite obtaining rigorous theoretical and practical lessons during post-graduation, most of today's Ophthalmologists are finding themselves in gridlock when confronted with actual clinical and surgical situations. In the present era doing fellowships has become of utmost importance because, in fellowships, they are hand-held further a while before letting on to the field. Fellowships help in shaping up the future, aid to have maximal clinical and surgical exposures. This special experience instills a strong foundation for a successful career to young doctors sailing on the learning curve. Like in all streams medicine, the availability of multiple options is making the web more complex. The key is to choose the right training program suiting best to one's interests, and dexterity has become precious. There is no centralized admission process and counseling. Many times residents conduct a fishing expeditio

    Dr. Rohit Rao · Dr. Soumya Podury
  9. 14 May 2020 7 min read

    The Golden Blog: Interactive Session with Dr. Sashwanthi Mohan

    Dr. Sashwanthi Mohan underwent MBBS from Govt. Kilpauk Medical College and Hospital, Chennai and then completed DNB from prestigious L.V. Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad. She is a Gold Medalist in Ophthalmology in DNB Final Examinations conducted by NBE – December 2018 Session. She has cleared FICO, Fellow of the international council of ophthalmology. She is currently working as a consultant in Rajan Eye Care Hospital, Chennai. Dr. Sashwanthi was kind enough to talk to eOphtha and share her experience during his post-graduation. eOphtha: Congratulations Dr. Sashwanti !! Tell us how did you prepare for your examination? Dr. Sashwanthi Mohan: I have personally never adhered to a study pattern. But I made it a point to do day to day learning. Whatever I saw in OPD and OR that day, I would try to study about that at the end of the day. When I saw a case, I tried to study the basics, the theory, and the practical aspect of it. Studying for the morning classes, scheduled DNB oriented theory

    Dr. Sashwanthi Mohan
  10. 8 May 2020 6 min read

    The Golden Blog: Interactive Session with Dr. Megha G

    Dr.Megha MBBS, MS (Gold medallist), DNB ( Gold medallist), FICO completed her post-graduation from Mysore Medical College & Research Institute in 2017. She did her fellowship in Glaucoma from Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry and continuing to work there as a glaucoma consultant. She has received Gold medal from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka for securing highest marks in MS examination in May 2017. She has also received gold medal from the Mysore Ophthalmic Association. She has also received Dr. G. Venkataswamy Gold Medal for securing the highest mark in the DNB examination in Dec 2017 session. She was the winner of the Erudio quiz in 2017 and was given the grant to attend the APAO 2017 conference in Singapore. She has also won various quiz competitions in-state conference, AIOS ARC CME and CME, Ophthalmology, MMC&RI. She has presented posters and papers in conferences. She is a lifetime member of All India Ophthalmological Society and Karnataka Ophthalmic Socie

    Dr. Megha .G