• New Retina Radio Journal Club with VBS: Pre-treatment with Chlorhexidine vs. Povidone-Iodine in Endophthalmitis Prevention

  • Oct 17 2024
  • Length: 17 mins
  • Podcast

New Retina Radio Journal Club with VBS: Pre-treatment with Chlorhexidine vs. Povidone-Iodine in Endophthalmitis Prevention

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the New Retina Radio Journal Club with VBS, Maura Di Nicola, MD; Sruthi Arepalli, MD, and Barton Blackorby, MD, discuss a recent study comparing endophthalmitis rates following anti-VEGF injections with pre-treatment using either 5% Povidone Iodine or 0.05% Chlorhexidine. They highlight how prefilled syringes can reduce the risk of endophthalmitis and explore the implications for clinical practice, including antiseptic protocols, patient sensitivities, and how to navigate conflicting study outcomes. Tune in for valuable insights that could influence your injection protocols.
    Show more Show less
activate_Holiday_promo_in_buybox_DT_T2

What listeners say about New Retina Radio Journal Club with VBS: Pre-treatment with Chlorhexidine vs. Povidone-Iodine in Endophthalmitis Prevention

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.