Beginning surgeons do not always realize that the force created by using small 27g cannulas can be quite high. If the cannula inadvertently comes loose, it can forcefully shoot off the tip of the syringe and into the eye, causing significant iatrogenic trauma and damage. The surgeon must not rely solely on the Luer lock to hold the cannula in place. In addition, the fingertips should directly hold the hub of the cannula so that it cannot accidentally release.
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10 years ago during a cataract operation at the University of Iowa Hospital , a cannula shot off of the syringe and shattered my new lens and injured my retina .I wish the surgeon would have read your web site . I think I can get the video if you are interested
Thank You
Jim