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Table 5 Importance ratings of factors that influence the decision to consider performing ISBCS. Other reasons not listed can be found in the appendix (Additional file 1)

From: A survey exploring ophthalmologists’ attitudes and beliefs in performing Immediately Sequential Bilateral Cataract Surgery in the United Kingdom

Option

Count

I would never consider same day sequential bilateral cataract surgery

31 (11.8%)

Improved availability of intracameral cefuroxime

2 (0.8%)

Availability of pre-packed right, and left, instrument packs to reduce set up time by theatre nurses

13 (4.9%)

Trained nursing staff available

6 (2.3%)

Availability of training for surgeon

1 (0.4%)

Improved evidence of effectiveness and safety

42 (16.0%)

Hospital approval

35 (13.3%)

Medico-legal/indemnity insurance approval

53 (20.2%)

Specialist society/College approval

54 (20.5%)

Others- please specify in the box (see Additional file 1)

26 (9.9%)

Total

263