Why Pre-Op Screening Matters
Studies show that up to 80% of patients referred for cataract surgery have some degree of dry eye disease. Undiagnosed dry eye can compromise surgical outcomes, lead to inaccurate biometry measurements, and result in dissatisfied patients — even when the surgery itself is technically successful.
Unmanaged dry eye before surgery can lead to:
- Inaccurate dry eye measurements from unstable tear film
- Poor surgical dry eye examinations
- Patient dissatisfaction despite successful procedures
- Delayed visual recovery and fluctuating vision
A dry eye evaluation before surgery isn't optional — it's the foundation of a successful outcome. Treating dry eye pre-operatively protects both the patient and the surgical result.
How CSI Helps
CSI Dry Eye is point-of-care diagnostic software that provides a standardised, efficient pre-operative screening protocol for optometrists and ophthalmologists, integrating seamlessly into your surgical workflow.
Screen
Administer the CSI questionnaire to every pre-surgical patient. The standardised scoring identifies dry eye risk in minutes.
Assess
Review the CSI score alongside clinical findings. The system identifies patients who need further dry eye assessment before surgery.
Treat & Proceed
Optimise the ocular surface before surgery. CSI provides as-needed treatment recommendations to support surgical planning.
Seamless Integration
CSI is designed to fit into your existing pre-operative workflow without adding complexity. The system can administer the assessment in under 6 minutes, freeing the surgeon to focus on clinical decision-making.
- Technician-administered — no doctor time required
- Standardised scoring eliminates subjective variability
- Track improvement over time with repeat assessments
- Generate reports for documentation and patient education
The Impact on Patient Outcomes
Patients who receive pre-operative dry eye treatment report significantly higher satisfaction with their surgical outcomes. When the ocular surface is optimised before surgery, biometry measurements are more accurate, the healing process is smoother, and patients experience fewer post-operative complaints about visual quality.
For refractive surgery patients (LASIK, PRK), unmanaged dry eye is one of the leading causes of post-operative dissatisfaction. Identifying and treating dry eye before surgery — rather than managing complaints after — is both clinically and commercially sound practice for any optometrist or ophthalmologist performing pre-op screening.
Add CSI to Your Pre-Op Protocol
See how CSI Dry Eye can improve your surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction with standardised pre-operative dry eye screening.
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