Update on Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome

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Although there is less conversation surrounding Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome (TASS), it still exists and poses a threat if steps are not taken to mitigate the risk of it occurring. This presentation will compare the differences between TASS and endophthalmitis and discuss the etiology of TASS. Preventative measures with instrument cleaning and sterilization procedures to prevent TASS will be described as well as the effects of water quality on instrument reprocessing....