Sir,

In the light of this, an audit of handwashing was performed during a general ophthalmology checkup. This involved plating of ophthalmologist's fingers, after handwashing, following the interaction with patients. The sterile holder (TONOSAFE) was also plated after use with each successive patient (n=10). The next day, the process was repeated, but the holder was disinfected with alcohol wipes between patients (as was standard in the traditional Goldmann tonometer).

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