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Universal masking showed reduction in endophthalmitis during intravitreal injections

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . WAIKOLOA, Hawaii — Universal mask use showed to be an effective prevention method for endophthalmitis during ...
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Study investigates rates, risk factors, outcomes of post-injection endophthalmitis

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . SEATTLE — A study based on IRIS Registry data delved into the rates, risk factors, management strategies and ...
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Intravitreal Injections and Endophthalmitis

Int Ophthalmol Clin. 2015;55(2):1-10. Surveys performed in 2009 indicated that >80% of retina specialists used topical antibiotics either before and/or after IVT injections. More recent surveys, ...
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Citrus Spray Proposed as Antiseptic before Intravitreal Injections

Denver, CO — A citrus-extract spray (Oftasecur) could reduce the risk for endophthalmitis from intravitreal injections and cataract surgery, researchers say. After patients sprayed their eyes at home, ...