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Ali Akbarzadeh1, Masoud Rahimi1, Amin Zand1
1Eye Research Center, The Five Senses Health Institute, Rassoul Akram Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Journal of Current Ophthalmology
|January 22, 2024
Summary
Delayed-onset infectious endophthalmitis can occur months after intravitreal aflibercept injections. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing this serious ophthalmic emergency.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Intravitreal injections, such as aflibercept, are common treatments for retinal diseases.
- Delayed-onset endophthalmitis is a rare but serious complication following intraocular injections.
Keywords:
AfliberceptAnti-vascular endothelial growth factorChronicDelayed onsetInfectious endophthalmitisIntravitreal injectionMore Related Videos
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