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What aftercare is associated with phacoemulsification?

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.eye drops are used for about a month after surgery.Patients are advised to wear an eye shield while sleeping, and refrain from rubbing the eye for at least two weeks.the patient will probably need new corrective lenses, at least for close vision.

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