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. 2016 Apr;20(2):177-8.
doi: 10.1016/j.jaapos.2015.11.006. Epub 2016 Mar 16.

Quantifying and qualifying the use of topical anesthetics in retinopathy of prematurity examinations

Masih Ahmed  1 , Blake Forcina  2 , Dean Bonsall  2
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Quantifying and qualifying the use of topical anesthetics in retinopathy of prematurity examinations

Masih Ahmed et al. J AAPOS. 2016 Apr.

Abstract

The American Academy of Pediatrics advocates efforts to minimize discomfort and systemic effect of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) examinations. Although many ophthalmologists use topical anesthetics, many do not believe them necessary. We present the results of the first survey to quantify the use of topical anesthetics in ROP examinations by clinicians who screen for ROP. The results show that although use of topical anesthetic is common, it is not universal.

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