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Orbital Surgery (Tan Tock Seng Hospital)
Overview
This guide educates patients about orbital surgery involving the eye socket area, explaining various indications including fracture repair, tumor removal, biopsies, infection treatment, and optic nerve decompression. It covers potential complications like bleeding, infection, and vision changes, pre-operative medication adjustments, detailed post-operative care instructions including cold and warm compresses, activity restrictions for 4-6 weeks, proper eye drop and ointment application techniques, and emergency contact information for complications.
This article was published by Tan Tock Seng Hospital and updated in 2026.