Arch Ophthalmol Chic
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Arch Ophthalmol Chic · Feb 2005
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialProspective randomized comparison of 2 different methods of 5% povidone-iodine applications for anterior segment intraocular surgery.
To determine the efficacy of reducing conjunctival bacteria flora with 2 different regimens of 5% povidone-iodine application: 2 drops on the conjunctiva cul-de-sac vs a 10-mL conjunctival irrigation of the fornices. ⋯ Irrigation of the fornices with 5% povidone-iodine was associated with significantly fewer positive conjunctival cultures at the time of surgery compared with the application of 2 drops on the conjunctiva.