“Do you need to use eye drops before cataract surgery?

In this episode of Eye Surgery Today, leading eye surgeons explain the different approaches to pre-operative eye drops—including antibiotics, steroids, and anti-inflammatory drops—and why practices vary.

👁️ What you’ll learn:

The 3 main types of pre-op drops
Why some surgeons start drops before surgery—and others don’t
When drops are actually necessary (and when they’re not)
What “dropless cataract surgery” means
Why there’s no single standard approach

💡 The key takeaway:
There isn’t one “right” way—your surgeon’s protocol is designed to safely prepare your eye and minimize risk.

If you’re preparing for cataract surgery, this episode will help you understand what to expect and why your instructions may differ from others.

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