Prophylaxis measures for postinjection endophthalmitis

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