ArticleClinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)2026
Physiological Responses During Phacoemulsification Cataract Surgery and Perceived Stress Among Ophthalmology Trainees: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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Background: Intraoperative stress can adversely affect surgical performance and trainee well-being, particularly in ophthalmic surgeries where micro-level precision plays a paramount role. This study aimed to evaluate both subjective measures of general perceived stress and objective physiological responses during phacoemulsification cataract surgery among ophthalmology trainees. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 59 ophthalmology residents and fellows were enrolled. Objective physiological responses, including systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), heart rate (HR), and arterial oxygen saturation (SpO Results: SBP and HR increased significantly throughout the surgical steps, with the highest values observed during lens removal and IOL implantation (all Conclusion: Physiological responses in ophthalmology trainees increase during phacoemulsification cataract surgery, which may be translated into higher intra-operative stress. This increase is particularly higher in later stages, and is influenced by experience level and individual factors. As a result, these findings underscore the importance of implementing targeted strategies to enhance ophthalmology trainee well-being and improve surgical training environments, especially for individuals more susceptible to elevated stress levels.
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