Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome (TASS), Also Known as Sterile Endophthalmitis

Toxic anterior segment syndrome (TASS) , also known as sterile endophthalmitis, is a sterile noninfectious form of acute inflammation that occurs after eye surgery (typically cataract surgery) . It frequently begins within 24 hours after surgery and is characterized by decreased vision, significant corneal edema, and moderate to severe inflammation in the anterior chamber of the eye. Select all of the possible causes and risk reduction strategy statements.

A) Introduction of an infectious, toxic substance into the anterior chamber during surgery
B) Introduction of a noninfectious, toxic substance into the anterior chamber during surgery
C) Introduction of sterile lint or debris into the anterior chamber during surgery
D) Introduction of sterile mineral deposits into the anterior chamber during surgery
E) Educate patient/family about signs and symptoms of TASS before discharge.
F) Practice vigilant compliance with cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of equipment and instrumentation.
G) Replace balanced salt solution (BSS) with sterile water on the sterile field
H) Irrigate the anterior chamber with gentamicin solution before closure.