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Would being in trendelenberg position for surgery cause trauma to the eye and damage to optic nerve. will have peripheral vision and oct tests.
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Trendelenberg: Yes it can. What is your maximum eye pressure, cup to disc ration, HRT, HVF, and VEP/ERG results: this will determine risks. Consult with us to help further.
Answered 4/11/2017
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