Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
Open Access
ISSN: 2155-9570
ISSN: 2155-9570
Research Article
Tolerability and Safety Profile of Povidone Iodine in Pre-Operative kin and Eye Disinfection Prior to Intraocular Surgery
Author(s): Theocharis Papanikolaou, Tahir Islam and Adnan HashimTheocharis Papanikolaou, Tahir Islam and Adnan Hashim
Purpose: To audit the safety profile of Povidone Iodine for skin and eye disinfection prior to ocular surgery. Methods: The skin of 132 patients undergoing cataract surgery was prepared with Povidone Iodine 10% (Videne® 10%). This was then diluted 50:50 with normal saline and a few drops were instilled in the conjunctival sacs of the eyes to be operated on. The patients were asked to report any discomfort while disinfecting the skin and the conjunctiva and the sensation was graded from 0 (no discomfort) to 5 (most severe discomfort). The corneal clarity was then assessed throughout surgery. Corneal haziness was graded from 0 (none) to 5 (very marked). The comparison standard used was the results of a survey reported by Trinavarat et al. “Reduction of Endophthalmitis Rate after Cataract Surger.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-9570.1000125