Middle East African journal of ophthalmology
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Middle East Afr J Ophthalmol · Jul 2012
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyComparison of levobupivacaine 0.5% or bupivacaine 0.5% both in a mixture with lidocaine 2% for superficial extraconal blockade.
To evaluate the quality and efficacy of Peribulbar blockade for superficial extraconal anesthesia with levobupivacaine 0.5% versus bupivacaine 0.5%, both combined with lidocaine 2% for patients undergoing phacoemulsification. ⋯ Superficial extra-conal block with a mixture of levobupivicaine 0.5% and lidocaine 2% or bupivicaine 0.5% and lidocaine 2% provides similar block quality and efficacy.
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Middle East Afr J Ophthalmol · Jul 2012
Comparative StudyScreening for diabetic retinopathy: the first telemedicine approach in a primary care setting in Bahrain.
To develop an integrated diabetic retinopathy screening program that uses telemedicine. ⋯ Telemedicine-based screening program is a feasible and efficient means of detecting diabetic retinopathy and providing treatment.
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Middle East Afr J Ophthalmol · Jul 2012
Comparative StudyRetinopathy of prematurity: a study of prevalence and risk factors.
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a serious complication of prematurity treatment and can lead to blindness unless recognized and treated early. ⋯ The prevalence of ROP in this study was 19.2%; low gestational age, sepsis, oxygen therapy, and frequent blood transfusions were significant risk factors for ROP. Laser was effective in treatment and decreasing the progression of ROP. As this is a unit-based study, a comprehensive countrywide survey on ROP in Egypt is recommended to determine any regional differences in disease prevalence.