Siep's test: A novel test for checking wound integrity in small-incision cataract surgery.

Purpose: This study was conducted to ensure the integrity of surgery wounds.

Methods: This was a randomized prospective trial of 300 patients who underwent small-incision cataract surgery (SICS) at our hospital over a one-year period. We used 2-3 drops of 5% povidone-iodine at the end of each case, not only to disclose any wound leaks but also to sterilize the surface of the eye.