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Intravitreal Injections: The Balance of what we need to know.
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Intravitreal Injections: The Balance of what we need to know.

This video provides a step-by-step demonstration of intra-vitreal application technique, discussing which steps are mandatory and indispensable, and which ones can be omitted. It aims to assist you in making informed decisions when applying intra-vitreal medication. Don't forget to like and share! References for a better understanding. 1. Reibaldi M, Pulvirenti A, Avitabile T, et al. Pooled estimates of incidence of endophthalmitis after intravitreal injection of anti–vascular endothelial growth factor agents with and without topical antibiotic prophylaxis. Retina. 2018;38(1):1-11. doi:10.1097/IAE.0000000000001583 2. McCannel CA. Meta-analysis of endophthalmitis after intravitreal injection of anti–vascular endothelial growth factor agents: causative organisms and possible prevention strategies. Retina. 2011;31(4):654-661. doi:10.1097/IAE.0b013e31820a67e4 3. Fileta JB, Scott IU, Flynn HW. Meta-analysis of infectious endophthalmitis after intravitreal injection of anti–vascular endothelial growth factor agents. Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging Retina. 2014;45(2):143-149. doi:10.3928/23258160-20140306-08 4. Merani R, Hunyor AP. Endophthalmitis following intravitreal anti–vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) injection: a comprehensive review. Int J Retina Vitreous. 2015;1:9. doi:10.1186/s40942-015-0010-y 5. Reyes-Capo DP, Yannuzzi NA, Smiddy WE, Flynn HW. Trends in endophthalmitis associated with intravitreal injection of anti-VEGF agents at a tertiary referral center. Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging Retina. 2021;52(6):319-326. doi:10.3928/23258160-20210528-04 6. Li T, Sun J, Min J, et al. Safety of receiving anti–vascular endothelial growth factor intravitreal injection in office-based vs operating room settings: a meta-analysis. JAMA Ophthalmol. 2021;139(10):1080-1088. doi:10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2021.3096 7. Brynskov T, Kemp H, Sørensen TL. No cases of endophthalmitis after 20,293 intravitreal injections in an operating room setting. Retina. 2014;34(5):951-957. doi:10.1097/IAE.0000000000000071
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