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What are the important characteristics shared by viscoelastic substances?
Viscosity, Shear Flow, Elasticity, Cohesiveness, and Coatability
In which type of surgery are viscoelastic substances used almost exclusively?
Anterior segment surgery
What complications are associated with viscoelastic substances?
Transient elevation of IOP after the procedure
What are viscoelastic substances prepared from?
Hyaluronate, chondroitin sulfate, or hydroxyl propyl methyl cellulose
How do viscoelastic substances assist in ocular surgery?
By maintaining spaces, moving tissue, and protecting surfaces
Learn about the use of viscoelastic substances in ocular surgery, their properties, and their preparation from hyaluronate, chondroitin sulfate, or hydroxyl propyl methyl cellulose.
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