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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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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