Which is a method used to attain hemostasis during ophthalmic surgery?

a. Prolene suture
b. Suction cautery
c. Bipolar cautery
d. Argon gas beam coagulator


ANS: C
Bipolar cautery, a bipolar eraser pencil, or spear-shaped sponges are used to maintain hemostasis during an ophthalmic procedure.

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