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Risk factors for intraocular pressure elevations after pupillary dilation in patients with open angles

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Abstract

Purpose

To determine risk factors for postdilation pressure elevations in patients with open angles.

Methods

Patients included in the study had angles open to at least scleral spur before and after dilation with 0.8% tropicamide and 2.5% phenylephrine.

Results

Included were 411 eyes. Risk factors for postdilation pressure elevations of 6 mmHg or more included miotic use and glaucoma (primary open angle, normal tension, and pseudoexfoliation).

Conclusions

Patients at risk should be closely monitored.

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  1. Glaucoma Service, Department of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, 243 Charles Street, 02114, Boston, MA

    Teresa C. Chen MD

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Chen, T.C. Risk factors for intraocular pressure elevations after pupillary dilation in patients with open angles. Ann Ophthalmol 37, 69–76 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1385/AO:37:2:069

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