Anterior chamber paracentesis during intravitreal injections in observational trials: effectiveness and safety and effects

Int J Retina Vitreous. 2019 Mar 6:5:8. doi: 10.1186/s40942-019-0157-z. eCollection 2019.

Abstract

A paracentesis prior to an intravitreal injection is a very safe procedure and can prevent IOP-spikes after injections. As these spikes pose the risk of inducing glaucomatous changes particularly in patients with frequent injections and/or with a risk profile, a regular paracentesis prior to an injection may be considered and discussed with the patient.

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  • Editorial