Adverse medical events associated with cataract surgery performed under topical anaesthesia.

Background: Cataract surgery in Australia is increasingly performed in an elderly population with multiple medical comorbidities. The purpose of this study was to investigate the frequency and type of adverse medical events associated with cataract surgery performed under topical anaesthesia with light sedation.

Methods: Retrospective analysis was undertaken for 631 consecutive cases of clear corneal phaco-emulsification and implant surgery performed under assisted topical anaesthesia, by a single surgeon (TR) in a private ophthalmic day surgery unit.

LASIK flap interface deposition in limbal vernal keratoconjunctivitis.

Limbal vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is an uncommon chronic allergic eye disease. It is generally seen in young males and is characterised by limbal papillae and superficial keratitis. While the condition usually resolves with age, treatment is necessary to alleviate symptoms and reduce the risk of permanent corneal damage.