Prophylaxis Measures for Post-Injection Endophthalmitis

Intravitreal injections have become the most commonly performed ophthalmic procedure, transforming modern retina practice. Post-injection endophthalmitis (PIE), while rare, remains the most feared potential complication. Prophylactic measures including topical antisepsis, hand hygiene, gloves, masks, and drapes have all been proposed to help prevent PIE; however, there remains significant variation in protocol, given the lack of agreement among retina specialists on which steps are crucial to preventing endophthalmitis.

Source: Survey of Ophthalmology - January 6, 2020 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Shriji N. Patel, Sapna Gangaputra, Paul Sternberg, Stephen J. Kim Tags: Major review Source Type: research