Journal of cataract and refractive surgery
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J Cataract Refract Surg · Dec 2003
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialEfficacy of brimonidine 0.2% in controlling acute postoperative intraocular pressure elevation after phacoemulsification.
To determine the efficacy of brimonidine tartrate 0.2% drops given 2 times a day in reducing intraocular pressure (IOP) spikes during the first 24 hours after phacoemulsification cataract surgery. ⋯ Prophylactic treatment with brimonidine tartrate 0.2% 2 times a day for 2 days was effective in reducing IOP peaks throughout the first 24 hours after phacoemulsification surgery.
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J Cataract Refract Surg · Dec 2003
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialIntracameral mydriatics in phacoemulsification cataract surgery.
To evaluate intracameral injection of mydriatics in phacoemulsification cataract surgery and compare the results with those of conventional topical mydriatics. ⋯ Intracameral mydriatics were a rapid, effective, and safe alternative to topical mydriatics in phacoemulsification. Their use can simplify preoperative routines and in certain high-risk groups, may reduce the risk for cardiovascular side effects.