[Ocular surface changes after cataract phacoemulsification].

day after surgery. Apparently, it could be associated with aggravation of "background" asymptomatic ocular surface changes. From our point of view, the high prevalence of DE and subclinical DE in cataract patients before PCS makes it advisable to carry out preoperative preparation aimed at normalizing the condition of ocular surface. At the same time, the high prevalence of MGD in DE and subclinical DE patients determines one of the directions of preoperative treatment - eyelids hygiene.