PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Many choices of ocular anesthetic techniques are available to the ophthalmologist. This study reviews currently used techniques of topical, subconjunctival and regional block anesthesia used in ophthalmic procedures. RECENT FINDINGS: The choices of anesthetics that are available are considered and a new ocular anesthetic gel is described that provides sustained ocular surface anesthesia, minimal side-effects and may also have antimicrobial properties. SUMMARY: Consideration of ocular anesthetic techniques and anesthetic choice plays a critical role for the success and safety of ophthalmic surgery.
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