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Contreras-Salinas H, Orozco-Ceja V, Romero-López MS, Barajas-Virgen MY, Baiza-Durán LM, Rodríguez-Herrera LY. Ocular Cyclopentolate: A Mini Review Concerning Its Benefits and Risks. Clin Ophthalmol 2022; 16:3753-3762. [PMID: 36411874 PMCID: PMC9675330 DOI: 10.2147/opth.s388982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Accepted: 10/28/2022] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Cycloplegic and mydriatic agents are essential in ophthalmological clinical practice since they provide the means for diagnosing and treating certain eye conditions. In addition, cyclopentolate has proven to possess certain benefits compared to other available cycloplegics and mydriatics. Still, the incidence of some adverse drug reactions related to this drug, especially in susceptible patients, has created interest in reviewing the literature about the benefits and risks of using cyclopentolate. A literature search was conducted in Medline/PubMed and Google Scholar, focusing on identifying cyclopentolate's benefits and risks; the most important benefit was its usefulness for evaluating refractive errors, especially for hyperopic children, pseudomyopia, anterior uveitis, treatment of childhood myopia, idiopathic vision loss, and during examinations before refractive surgery, with particular advantages compared to other cycloplegics. While the risks were divided into local adverse drug reactions such as burning sensation, photophobia, hyperemia, punctate keratitis, synechiae, and blurred vision, which are relatively frequent but mild and temporary; and systemic adverse drug reactions such as language problems, visual or tactile hallucinations and ataxia, but unlike ocular, systemic adverse drug reactions are rare and occur mainly in patients with risk factors. In addition, six cases of abuse were found. The treatment with cyclopentolate is effective and safe in most cases; nevertheless, special care must be taken due to the potential severe ADRs that may occur, especially in susceptible patients like children, geriatrics, patients with neurological disorders or Down's syndrome, patients with a low blood level of pseudocholinesterase, users of substances with CNS effects, and patients with a history of drug addiction. The recommendations are avoiding the use of 2% cyclopentolate and instead employing solutions with lower concentrations, preferably with another mydriatic such as phenylephrine. Likewise, the occlusion of the nasolacrimal duct after instillation limits the drug's absorption, reducing the risk of systemic adverse events.
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- Pharmacovigilance Department, Laboratorios Sophia, S.A. de C.V, Zapopan, Jalisco, México
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Mimori K, Haneda K, Shimizu H, Yamashita M, Tanaka H. Necrotizing enterocolitis after an eye examination with mydriatics. Pediatr Int 2020; 62:248-250. [PMID: 32104987 DOI: 10.1111/ped.14073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2017] [Revised: 11/17/2019] [Accepted: 11/29/2019] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Kotaro Mimori
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fukushima Medical University Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Fukushima Medical University, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fukushima Medical University Hospital, Japan
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Turan C, Keskin G, Gunes S, Yurtseven A, Saz EU. Infantil delirium induced by cycloplegic eye drops. HONG KONG J EMERG ME 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/1024907917748726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Cyclopentolate 1% and tropicamide 1% eye drops are considered to be safe in the pediatric population for the fundus examination and treatment of ocular diseases. Although adverse reactions rarely occur, some of them can be life-threatening such as seizure, delirium, coma, arrhythmia, acute life-threatening event, and death. Here we report 15 months old boy who developed delirium after administration of ocular cyclopentolate 1% drops in both eyes during a routine examination for retinopathy of prematurity. Cyclopentolate is a parasympatholytic drug with actions similar to atropine. With ophthalmic administration of cyclopentolate, severe central nervous system effects and systemic reactions may occur. In order to minimize absorption following instill one or two drops of 1% solution, applying pressure to nasolacrimal sac for 2 to 3 min should be considered. In mild to moderate toxicity, benzodiazepines may be used to control central nervous system findings secondary to anticholinergic effects.
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- Caner Turan
- Ege University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Izmir, Turkey
- Ege University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Emergency Medicine, Izmir, Turkey
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- Ege University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Izmir, Turkey
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- Ege University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Izmir, Turkey
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- Ege University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Izmir, Turkey
- Ege University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Emergency Medicine, Izmir, Turkey
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- Ege University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Izmir, Turkey
- Ege University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Emergency Medicine, Izmir, Turkey
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Lux AL, Degoumois A, Barjol A, Mouriaux F, Denion E. Combination of 5% phenylephrine and 0.5% tropicamide eyedrops for pupil dilation in neonates is twice as effective as 0.5% tropicamide eyedrops alone. Acta Ophthalmol 2017; 95:165-169. [PMID: 27519933 DOI: 10.1111/aos.13175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2015] [Accepted: 05/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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PURPOSE Comparison of the efficacy of tropicamide eyedrops to the combination of 0.5% tropicamide and 5% phenylephrine eyedrops in order to achieve a proper dilation in premature infants undergoing screening for retinopathy of prematurity. METHODS A prospective, randomized, double-blind study was conducted to compare the efficacy of two mydriatic regimens: one regimen consisting of three drops of 0.5% tropicamide (TTT regimen), the other regimen consisting of one drop of 5% phenylephrine and two drops of 0.5% tropicamide (PTT regimen). Thirty premature infants were enrolled and received both mydriatic regimens: one regimen in each eye. Outcomes were pupil dilation evaluated by the percentage of pupil diameter over cornea diameter, the percentage of pupil surface over cornea surface and the quality of the eye fundus examination. RESULTS The percentage of pupil diameter over cornea diameter was 47.3% (±8.7) with the TTT regimen and 65.9% (±8.8) with the PTT regimen (p < 0.0001). The percentage of pupil surface over cornea surface was 23.1% (±8.3) with the TTT regimen and 43.8% (±7.3) with the PTT regimen (p < 0.0001). Thus, the pupil surface area was 1.9 times greater with the PTT than with the TTT regimen. Visualization of the retinal periphery was possible for 30 of 30 eyes dilated with the PTT regimen and for 16 of 30 eyes dilated with the TTT regimen (p < 0.0001). CONCLUSION The dilated pupil surface area for the combination of 5% phenylephrine and 0.5% tropicamide was almost twice that for 0.5% tropicamide eyedrops alone and provided significantly superior quality of the eye fundus examination.
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- Anne-Laure Lux
- Medical School; Unicaen, PFRS; Caen Cedex France
- Department of Ophthalmology; Caen University Hospital Center; Caen Cedex France
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- Medical School; Unicaen, PFRS; Caen Cedex France
- Department of Ophthalmology; Caen University Hospital Center; Caen Cedex France
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- Department of Dr Caputo; Fondation A Rothschild; Paris France
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- Department of Ophthalmology; Rennes University Hospital Center; Rennes France
- Medical School; University of Rennes 1; Rennes France
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- Medical School; Unicaen, PFRS; Caen Cedex France
- Department of Ophthalmology; Caen University Hospital Center; Caen Cedex France
- Inserm, U 1075 COMETE PFRS; Caen Cedex France
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Ahmad A, Mondal T, Klein B. Atrial arrhythmia after newborn eye exam, to caffeine or not to caffeine? J Neonatal Perinatal Med 2016; 9:427-431. [PMID: 28009338 DOI: 10.3233/npm-160167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Mydriatic drops are routinely administered to premature neonates to screen for retinopathy of prematurity. Adverse anticholinergic side effects, particularly convulsions and tachycardia have been reported in the pediatric age group following instillation of mydriatics for diagnostic fundus examination [1, 2]. Caffeine is frequently used for apnea of prematurity. In the neonatal intensive care unit, the combined use of caffeine and mydriatic drops is a common practice. Here we report two cases of atrial arrhythmias after neonatal eye exam that improved with conservative management. Both patients were receiving caffeine at the time of events.
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- A Ahmad
- Department of Pediatrics, McMaster University, ON, Canada
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- Department of Pediatrics Cardiology, McMaster University, ON, Canada
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- Department of Development Pediatrics, McMaster University, ON, Canada
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Lux AL, Mouriaux F, Guillois B, Fedrizzi S, Peyro-Saint-Paul L, Denion E. [Serious adverse side effects after pupillary dilation in preterm infants]. J Fr Ophtalmol 2015; 38:193-8. [PMID: 25726252 DOI: 10.1016/j.jfo.2014.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2014] [Revised: 09/30/2014] [Accepted: 10/02/2014] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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PURPOSE This study aimed at investigating serious side effects of the pupillary dilation protocol used in Caen University Hospital for the screening of retinopathy of prematurity. This protocol includes one drop of phenylephrine 5% and two drops of tropicamide 0.5% instilled at a 5-minute interval. PATIENTS AND METHODS This retrospective study included all premature infants with a birth weight less than or equal to 1500 g and/or a gestational age less than or equal to 30 gestational weeks, hospitalized in the neonatal intensive care unit of Caen University Medical Center, having ocular fundus examinations for retinopathy of prematurity screening between 2009 and 2014. The medical records of patients who died or developed necrotizing enterocolitis were reviewed to analyze the imputability of the two eye drops used for pupil dilation. RESULTS Five-hundred and twelve infants were included, corresponding to 1033 ocular fundus examinations. No case of death could be ascribed to the use of eye drops. Two cases of necrotizing enterocolitis could be ascribed to the use of tropicamide with a doubtful and plausible intrinsic imputability according to French imputability criteria. CONCLUSION The pupillary dilation protocol used in Caen University Hospital for screening of retinopathy of prematurity might be implicated in two cases of necrotizing enterocolitis with an uncertain imputability of tropicamide 0.5% eye drops. No serious side effect could be ascribed to the use of phenylephrine 5% eye drops in this study.
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- A-L Lux
- CHU de Caen, avenue de la Côte-de-Nacre, 14000 Caen cedex, France.
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- CHU Pontchaillou de Rennes, rue Henri-Le-Guilloux, 35000 Rennes, France
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- CHU de Caen, avenue de la Côte-de-Nacre, 14000 Caen cedex, France
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- CHU de Caen, avenue de la Côte-de-Nacre, 14000 Caen cedex, France
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- CHU de Caen, avenue de la Côte-de-Nacre, 14000 Caen cedex, France
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Efficacy and safety of phenylephrine 2.5% with cyclopentolate 0.5% for retinopathy of prematurity screening in 1246 eye examinations. Eur J Ophthalmol 2014; 25:249-53. [PMID: 25449644 DOI: 10.5301/ejo.5000540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/26/2014] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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PURPOSE Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a leading cause of visual loss in infancy that is largely preventable with careful screening. We report the safety and efficacy of the use of phenylephrine 2.5% and cyclopentolate 0.5% eyedrops instilled 3 times 5 minutes apart in ROP screening. METHODS A total of 1246 ROP screening eye examinations were carried out by the same pediatric ophthalmologist between February 2011 and May 2013. Outcome measures were successful mydriasis (defined as achieving a full screening examination) and any intraprocedural systemic complications (defined as any respiratory, cardiac, or other clinical deterioration severe enough to result in screening abandonment). RESULTS Of 1246 eyes, 1234 (98.8%) achieved successful dilation to enable complete screening. A fourth application was successful in the remaining 1.2%. No respiratory or cardiac arrest or any other intraprocedural event requiring cessation of screening was encountered during any of the examinations. No retinal bleeding or other intraocular complication occurred. CONCLUSIONS This is the largest cohort studying the effectiveness and safety of a mydriatic regimen for ROP screening. We have found the combination of phenylephrine 2.5% with cyclopentolate 0.5% to be efficacious and well-tolerated. The absence of any severe intraprocedural complications may be related to reduced indentation time and stress in the infant facilitated by effective pupil dilation.
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Rozette NA, Matragoon S, Sethi S, Goei S, Manasco KB, El-Remessy AB. Systemic effects of ophthalmic cyclopentolate on body weight in neonatal mice. Neonatology 2014; 106:37-41. [PMID: 24776747 PMCID: PMC6469962 DOI: 10.1159/000358228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2013] [Accepted: 12/24/2013] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cyclopentolate is standardly used in ophthalmologic examinations of neonates to facilitate screening for retinopathy of prematurity. Reports of systemic effects have raised concerns of an increased risk of feeding intolerance after the examinations. OBJECTIVES The goal of this study was to evaluate systemic concentrations of cyclopentolate after ophthalmic administration, as well as assess changes in weight as an indirect measure of alteration in feeding. METHODS Neonatal mice were randomized into three groups to simulate a neonatal model for ophthalmic medication administration. The cyclopentolate group received a one-time administration of tetracaine, cyclopentolate, and phenylephrine ophthalmologic solutions in accordance with the protocol used at the children's hospital. The placebo group received the same ophthalmic drop administration, except for normal saline in place of cyclopentolate, and the control group received no ophthalmic drops and minimal handling. Daily weights and serum samples to measure systemic concentrations of cyclopentolate post-ophthalmic administration were assessed at baseline and for 7 days following drop administration. RESULTS Analysis of serum levels demonstrated detectability of systemic cyclopentolate after ophthalmic administration as early as 30 min (86 ng/ml), 1 h (60 ng/ml), and 24 h (6.2 ng/ml). There were also differences in weight gained on following ophthalmic administration observed between the cyclopentolate group and placebo group, with the cyclopentolate group weighing significantly less on days 3 and 7 (p = 0.02). CONCLUSIONS RESULTS indicate cyclopentolate is absorbed systemically and instillation of cyclopentolate decreases weight gain in neonatal mice compared to placebo. These preclinical findings provide rationale for further studies in neonatal patients.
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- Nicole A Rozette
- Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics, College of Pharmacy, University of Georgia, Augusta, Ga., USA
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Wygnanski-Jaffe T, Nucci P, Goldchmit M, Mezer E. Epileptic seizures induced by cycloplegic eye drops. Cutan Ocul Toxicol 2013; 33:103-8. [PMID: 23815170 DOI: 10.3109/15569527.2013.808654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the incidence of seizures induced by cycloplegic ophthalmic drops. MATERIALS AND METHODS A survey among members of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus yielded five patients who received cycloplegic eye drops between 1998 and 2010 and who consequently developed a seizure. RESULTS The median age of the patients was 5 years (range 3 months to 12 years). Cyclopentolate hydrochloride 1% was the only causative agent. The seizure happened on average 12 min after the instillation of dilating eye drops. Three were generalized convulsions, and two patients had a focal seizure. Past medical history was unremarkable in four cases. In total, 16 previous cases of seizures induced by cycloplegic drugs were identified in reports published between 1890 and 2004, implicating atropine in nine reports, tropicamide and phenylephrine eye drops in one and cyclopentolate in six. DISCUSSION A small amount of cyclopentolate drops could induce convulsions in young children after only minutes to less than an hour, while a larger dosage of atropine over the span of several hours could cause this rare and unpredictable complication. Predisposing factors were rare and those developing the seizures were healthy subjects. Generalized seizures were much more frequent than focal convulsions. CONCLUSIONS Seizures after instillation of cycloplegic drops are extremely rare.
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- Tamara Wygnanski-Jaffe
- Goldschleger Eye Institute and Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Sheba Medical Center , Tel Hashomer , Israel
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Baron-Janaillac M, Cneude F, Bavoux F, Cornali P, Jobert V, Fiacre A, Debillon T, Andrini P. [Are mydriatic eyedrops dangerous for pre-term infants?]. Arch Pediatr 2011; 18:299-302. [PMID: 21269817 DOI: 10.1016/j.arcped.2010.12.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2010] [Revised: 08/05/2010] [Accepted: 12/21/2010] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The funduscopic examination is essential in neonatology to screen for retinopathy in the pre-term infant. Mydriatic eyedrops, which are used for this examination, are known to induce digestive side effects. We present a case of necrotizing enterocolitis developing in a pre-term infant as a complication of mydriatics. This infant was a girl born at 28 weeks gestation and 5 days, with Down's syndrome, who died on the 44th day of life, due to necrotizing enterocolitis, after instillation of 1 drop of atropine 0.3% in each eye. The chronology of events, the application method, and the clinical symptoms of atropine impregnation argue in favor of a causal relationship between atropine and necrotizing enterocolitis. The review of the literature made on the basis of this observation shows that side effects of mydriatic eyedrops are frequent in pre-term infants and raise the question of atropine hypersensitivity in pre-term infants with Down's syndrome.
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- M Baron-Janaillac
- Service de néonatologie et de réa-néonatologie, CHU de Grenoble, boulevard de chantourne, 38700 La Tronche, France.
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Relationship between feeding schedules and gastric distress during retinopathy of prematurity screening eye examinations. J AAPOS 2010; 14:334-9. [PMID: 20736125 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaapos.2010.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2009] [Revised: 05/13/2010] [Accepted: 05/20/2010] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine whether a relationship exists between the timing of feeding before retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) eye examinations and gastric side effects or distress associated with this examination. METHODS A prospective, randomized, single-masked study was conducted involving infants in the neonatal intensive care unit who required an ROP eye examination and who received normal or full enteral feeding over a 1 year period. Infants were randomly assigned to 1 of 2 study arms: feeding 1 hour before examination (arm 1) or feeding schedule adjusted to ensure no feeding within 2 hours before examination (arm 2). Physiological data, including blood pressure and pulse rate, before, during and after examination, crying time during the examination, presence of vomiting and gastric aspirates, and gastric aspirates volume 24 hours after the examination, were recorded. RESULTS A total of 34 infants were enrolled, with 57 separate eye examinations conducted. There was 19% less crying (p = 0.016) in arm 1 versus arm 2. Vomiting was 3-fold less in arm 1 versus arm 2 (4.2% vs 12.5%, p = 0.38). Gastric aspirates was less in arm 1 versus arm 2 (p = 0.18). Diastolic blood pressure was lower and respiratory rate greater during the examination in arm 1 (p < 0.05), whereas pulse rate was greater at the start of the examination in arm 1 (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Feeding neonatal intensive care unit infants 1 hour before compared with withholding feeding 2 or more hours before ROP examinations may reduce stress during the examination, as measured by percentage crying during the examination, with no increased incidence of vomiting or gastric aspirates.
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Brimonidine is a topical alpha-2 agonist commonly used in the treatment of glaucoma. Brimonidine toxicity resembles that of clonidine overdose and is probably due to both imidazoline and alpha-2 adrenergic receptor effects. We report a case of a 6-week-old infant with congenital glaucoma who developed bradycardia and hypotension following the administration of brimonidine 0.15% ophthalmic solution. There are occasional reports of brimonidine toxicity in the paediatric population but its overall safety profile in children<2 years of age remains uncertain. Brimonidine is not dosed by weight and therefore paediatric patients may be at increased risk for systemic toxicity. It is recommended that the use of this medication be carefully considered in children<2 years of age. Physicians should be aware of its side effect profile because of its general use in the paediatric population.
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- G P Daubert
- Department of Emergency Medicine & Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Michigan Regional Poison Control Center, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI, USA.
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Chew C, Rahman RA, Shafie SM, Mohamad Z. Comparison of mydriatic regimens used in screening for retinopathy of prematurity in preterm infants with dark irides. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus 2005; 42:166-73. [PMID: 15977870 DOI: 10.3928/01913913-20050501-05] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine the mydriatic regimen that provides optimal dilation of the pupil with minimal systemic side effects for screening of retinopathy of prematurity. METHODS This cross-sectional, randomized, double-masked clinical trial compared cyclopentolate 1% + phenylephrine 2.5%, tropicamide 1% + phenylephrine 2.5%, and a prepared combination of cyclopentolate 0.2% with phenylephrine 1% for pupillary dilation in preterm infants with dark irides. Thirteen infants were randomized to each regimen. Outcomes measured were pupillary dilation, heart rate, blood pressure, abdominal girth, and intolerance to feeds. RESULTS All three mydriatic regimens provided adequate pupillary dilation at 45 minutes, with dilation sustained at 60 minutes. There was a significant increase in mean blood pressure in the cyclopentolate 1% + phenylephrine 2.5% and the tropicamide 1% + phenylephrine 2.5% groups. Although there was no significant change of abdominal girth in any of the three groups, a total of eight patients developed intolerance to feeds; four (50%) of these infants were from the cyclopentolate 1% + phenylephrine 2.5% group. CONCLUSION The prepared combination of cyclopentolate 0.2% + phenylephrine 1% appears to be the mydriatic of choice for preterm infants with dark irides as it provided adequate pupillary dilation with the least systemic side effects.
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- Carmen Chew
- Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, University Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
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OBJECTIVE Preterm infants are more likely to have episodes of abdominal distention, emesis, and gastric residuals 24 hours after their first screening examination for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) than on the day preceding the examination. Because these feeding problems reflect abnormalities in motor function, the purpose of this study was to compare antral and duodenal motor activity and gastric emptying in preterm infants before and after the instillation of mydriatics. STUDY DESIGN Using a low compliance continuous perfusion manometric system, we recorded antral and duodenal fasting motor activity in 11 preterm infants before and after the instillation of mydriatics for their first screening examination for ROP. Gastric emptying was compared before and after the eye examination. RESULTS Although the number of antral motor contractions remained relatively constant throughout the study, duodenal motor contractions decreased nearly fourfold after the instillation of mydriatics versus that seen before (P <.01). Gastric emptying was significantly delayed after the completion of the eye examination compared with that seen before the examination (P <.05). CONCLUSION Current doses of mydriatics inhibit duodenal motor activity and delay gastric emptying, and these gastrointestinal effects of mydriatics may underlie the feeding difficulties seen in preterm infants on the day of screening examinations for ROP.
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- S Bonthala
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, Texas, USA
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Many ocular medications are used by pediatricians or ophthalmologists caring for pediatric patients. Topical antibiotics are commonly prescribed for bacterial conjunctivitis, nasolacrimal duct obstructions, and ophthalmia neonatorum. Many new antiallergy eye drops are now available for the treatment of seasonal (hay fever) conjunctivitis. Dilating eye drops and antiglaucoma medications are generally used or prescribed by ophthalmologists, but pediatricians must be aware of their potentially serious systemic side effects. Before initiating treatment, physicians should evaluate the risks and benefits of ophthalmic medications, establish minimum dosages necessary to achieve a therapeutic benefit, and monitor children for local and systemic side effects.
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- D K Wallace
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 27599-7040, USA
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Laws DE, Morton C, Weindling M, Clark D. Systemic effects of screening for retinopathy of prematurity. Br J Ophthalmol 1996; 80:425-8. [PMID: 8695564 PMCID: PMC505494 DOI: 10.1136/bjo.80.5.425] [Citation(s) in RCA: 100] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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AIMS To detect systemic complications of screening for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), paying particular attention to the physical examination. METHODS Oxygen saturation, pulse rate, and blood pressure were monitored before, during, and after 110 ROP screening examinations. RESULTS Following topical mydriatics diastolic blood pressure was elevated by a mean of 6 (SD 7.2) mm Hg. Immediately after the examination there was a further rise in both systolic and diastolic pressure of 4.3 (14.5) mm Hg and 3.3 (11.6) mm Hg, respectively. Oxygen saturation and pulse rate remained stable during the control period and administration of eyedrops. Saturation fell by a median of 3% (95% confidence interval plus or minus 1.2%) after the examination while there was rise in pulse rate of 7 (SD 23.1) beats per minute. This change in pulse rate was not observed in infants on concurrent methylxanthine therapy. No infant had clinically significant changes at the end of the study. CONCLUSION The initial changes in blood pressure may represent side effects of topical mydriatics but the later changes following the physical examination may be an additional response to the stress of ROP screening.
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- D E Laws
- Department of Ophthalmology, Walton Hospital, Liverpool
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Wheatcroft S, Sharma A, McAllister J. Reduction in mydriatic drop size in premature infants. Br J Ophthalmol 1993; 77:364-5. [PMID: 8318484 PMCID: PMC504531 DOI: 10.1136/bjo.77.6.364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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In a prospective study of 26 premature infants, 5 microliters microdrops were compared with standard 26 microliters eye drops of cyclopentolate 0.5% and phenylephrine 2.5%. There was no statistical difference in pupil dilatation. The 5 microliters microdrops have potentially fewer adverse effects in premature infants.
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- S Wheatcroft
- Prince Charles Eye Unit, King Edward VII Hospital, Windsor, Berkshire
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- D I Clark
- Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Liverpool Maternity Hospital, Oxford
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Bolt B, Benz B, Koerner F, Bossi E. A mydriatic eye-drop combination without systemic effects for premature infants: a prospective double-blind study. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus 1992; 29:157-62. [PMID: 1432499 DOI: 10.3928/0191-3913-19920501-07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Eye drops used for diagnostic mydriasis may produce systemic side effects in preterm infants. Studies on the pupil dilating and systemic effect of various mydriatic agents yielded conflicting results. We conducted a prospective randomized double-blind study on the systemic effect of two mydriatic eye-drop combinations. Thirty-nine preterm infants were randomly assigned to two groups. An eye-drop combination of 2.5% phenylephrine and 0.5% tropicamide (group D) was compared with the combination of 0.5% cyclopentolate and 0.5% tropicamide (group F). Either eye-drop combination was followed by 0.5% tropicamide given 20 minutes later. Heart rate (HR) and the systolic, mean, and diastolic blood pressure (BP) were recorded before and after eye-drop instillation and after ophthalmoscopy. A control session with NaCl eye drops was added for each infant. A significant increase of BP and HR peak values was observed within 7 to 10 minutes after the cyclopentolate/tropicamide combination only. On the other hand, the mydriatic effect of the phenylephrine/tropicamide combination was significantly superior to that of the cyclopentolate/tropicamide combination. We recommend the combination of 2.5% phenylephrine and 0.5% tropicamide to achieve a sufficient diagnostic mydriasis without systemic side effects in preterm infants.
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- B Bolt
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Bern, Switzerland
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Stannard KP, Mushin AS, Gamsu HR. Screening for retinopathy of prematurity in a regional neonatal intensive care unit. Eye (Lond) 1989; 3 ( Pt 4):371-8. [PMID: 2481596 DOI: 10.1038/eye.1989.55] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is attracting renewed interest from ophthalmologists and neonatologists because of the improved survival of very low birthweight premature infants, some of whom develop blinding disease. Ophthalmologists may find increasing pressure from paediatric colleagues to provide a screening service for babies at risk. The results of the last twenty-two months of a continuing programme at this hospital demonstrate the benefits of active screening, but indicate some of the potential problems for ophthalmologists who are likely to become involved in this work now and in the future.
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- K P Stannard
- Department of Ophthalmology, King's College Hospital
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ROP is a challenging disease of the decade of the 1980s. Answers, even partial answers, to many of its questions may provide information bearing on those same questions in other blinding vascular retinopathies, such as diabetes and sickle cell disease. Answers more clearly defining the role of oxygen, ventilation, antioxidants, blood transfusions, and a host of diseases of the premature infant will lead to better care of that infant. I have tried in this article to present the boundaries of the problem, a theory of its genesis and progression, and a review of the major issues to be confronted by the pediatric, ophthalmologic, and basic science communities through its recurrence today. I have tried to make it clear to the reader when I was so doing. I have used information liberally from studies both under way and in the planning stages to make the reader aware of what is being done, even if these have not yet reached fruition, for the field is a rapidly growing one. Finally, I have tried to point out directions that I believe clinical and experimental work should take on certain critical issues.
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- J T Flynn
- Department of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami School of Medicine, Florida
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Fraunfelder FT, Meyer SM. Systemic reactions to ophthalmic drug preparations. MEDICAL TOXICOLOGY AND ADVERSE DRUG EXPERIENCE 1987; 2:287-93. [PMID: 3306268 DOI: 10.1007/bf03259870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Adverse systemic reactions associated with the use of topical ophthalmic timolol, chloramphenicol, phenylephrine and cyclopentolate are surveyed, with special emphasis on precautions and contraindications for these ophthalmic drug preparations. Systemic reactions secondary to timolol, a beta-adrenergic antagonist indicate that it should be used with caution in patients with asthma or a history of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or cardiovascular disease and in those patients receiving systemic administration of beta-blockers or verapamil. Because significant blood dyscrasias or aplastic anaemia have been reported following topical ophthalmic chloramphenicol, the only absolute indication in ocular conditions is an organism that is resistant to all other antibiotics. Both 2.5% and 10% phenylephrine have been associated with cardiovascular effects and should be used with caution in selected patients on monoamine oxidase inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants or atropine or in those with hypertension, advanced arteriosclerotic changes, aneurysms, orthostatic hypotension, long-standing insulin-dependent diabetes and in children with low bodyweights. Central nervous system toxicity secondary to cyclopentolate is dose-related and can be avoided by use of minimal concentrations and avoidance of unnecessary repetition of administration. Occlusion of the nasolacrimal passage with finger pressure immediately after instillation of any eyedrop also decreases the amount of drug that is absorbed systemically.
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Sindel BD, Baker MD, Maisels MJ, Weinstein J. A comparison of the pupillary and cardiovascular effects of various mydriatic agents in preterm infants. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus 1986; 23:273-6. [PMID: 3454368 DOI: 10.3928/0191-3913-19861101-04] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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We conducted a randomized, masked study of pupillary dilating capabilities and associated cardiovascular effects of three solutions. Thirty-four babies less than 1500 grams at birth were studied at six to eight weeks. Group A (n = 10) received phenylephrine (PE) 2.5% and tropicamide 1.0%; Group B (n = 10) PE 2.5%, tropicamide 0.5%, and cyclopentolate 0.5%, Group C (n = 10) PE 1.0% and tropicamide 1.0%; Group D (n = 4) saline 0.9%. One drop was placed in each eye and repeated five minutes later. Pupillary dilation was measured with a metric ruler by direct observation at one hour. Blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR) were monitored, using an oscillometer, immediately prior to the instillation of the drops and at five-minute intervals, for 60 minutes. BP and HR increased transiently in all groups receiving mydriatics but returned to baseline values in 25 minutes. This increase was significant in Groups A and B (2.5% PE: p less than 0.02). Group D (saline) showed no change in BP or HR. Postdrop pupillary size was largest in Group A but the differences were not significant. On exposure to bright light, the pupillary size in Group C was significantly smaller than Groups A or B (7.35 +/- 0.59 mm, 7.23 +/- 0.38 mm and 6.75 +/- 0.57 mm in Groups A, B and C, p less than .01). Nevertheless, dilation was sufficient to allow appropriate examination in all infants (pupillary diameter greater than 6.0 mm). Solutions containing 2.5% PE are most effective for use in LBW infants, but produce cardiovascular effects. Solutions containing 1% PE provide adequate dilation with minimum cardiovascular effects.
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- B D Sindel
- Department of Pediatrics, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey 17033
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In comparison with that of adults, the smaller body mass of children raises questions of dosage. In addition, manifestations of ocular drug toxicity are different in some respects. The ocular drugs causing serious adverse ocular or systemic side effects in children include glaucoma medications, corticosteroids, phenylephrine, and the anticholinergic cycloplegics. The reported complications from using these medications in children will be briefly reviewed, and strategies for minimizing the risk of their adverse effects will be suggested, including a discussion of dosages and techniques of administration.
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Clemett RS, Darlow BA, Hidajat RR, Tarr KH. Retinopathy of prematurity: review of a five-year period, examination techniques and recommendations for screening. AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND JOURNAL OF OPHTHALMOLOGY 1986; 14:121-5. [PMID: 3801204 DOI: 10.1111/j.1442-9071.1986.tb00022.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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The reported resurgence of retinopathy of prematurity prompted analysis of the prevalence of retinopathy among premature infants born at Christchurch Women's Hospital over a five-year period. Of the 129 surviving very-low-birthweight infants, 65 (50.4%) underwent ocular screening during the review period. Retinopathy was detected in 17.1% (22/129) of surviving infants, or 34% (22/65) of selected infants referred by paediatricians for ocular screening. Five infants had severe or blinding retinopathy and these premature infants were of significantly lower birthweight and born after shorter gestation periods than those found to have no retinopathy. Examination techniques for eyes of premature infants are discussed, and recommendations for screening for retinopathy of prematurity made.
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Hermansen MC, Hasan S. Abolition of feeding intolerance following ophthalmologic examination of neonates. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus 1985; 22:256-7. [PMID: 4078669 DOI: 10.3928/0191-3913-19851101-13] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Administration of mydriatic medication and ophthalmologic examination have previously been associated with feeding intolerance, characterized by large retained gastric aspirates and abdominal distention. In an attempt to eliminate this problem, we instituted a policy of withholding feedings for four hours following ophthalmologic examination. A prospective series of 50 consecutive patients was then followed to determine the incidence of feeding intolerance 24 hours prior to and 24 hours following the examination. All infants had received cyclopentolate hydrochloride and phenylephrine hydrochloride prior to the examination. A critical review of the nursing notes revealed no increased incidence in feeding intolerance during the 24-hour period following examination. There were no cases of necrotizing enterocolitis during either period. This study provides evidence that the incidence of feeding intolerance following ophthalmologic examinations might be reduced by withholding feeding for four hours after the examinations.
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Isenberg SJ, Abrams C, Hyman PE. Effects of cyclopentolate eyedrops on gastric secretory function in pre-term infants. Ophthalmology 1985; 92:698-700. [PMID: 4011145 DOI: 10.1016/s0161-6420(85)33979-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Because of a report of necrotizing enterocolitis and death of a neonate from cyclopentolate eyedrops, we prospectively studied the effects of cyclopentolate 0.5% and 0.25% ophthalmic solutions and of a placebo on gastric volume and acid secretions in 20 pre-term infants. Placebo and cyclopentolate 0.25% eyedrops had no significant effect on the tested gastric functions. However, cyclopentolate 0.5% eyedrops significantly decreased gastric acid secretion and volume. Since this effect may predispose to the development of gastroenteritis, we recommend that cyclopentolate 0.5% be avoided in preterm infants; a weaker concentration of cyclopentolate eyedrops, however, can be used for mydriasis.
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Ehrlich MI, Reinecke RD, Simons K. Preschool vision screening for amblyopia and strabismus. Programs, methods, guidelines, 1983. Surv Ophthalmol 1983; 28:145-63. [PMID: 6670062 DOI: 10.1016/0039-6257(83)90092-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Amblyopia and strabismus, which afflict at least 5% of children, require treatment early in life for best visual results. At present, many such children are treated late or not at all. Mass screening at preschool age, and perhaps ultimately of infants, appears the only viable solution to this problem. To ascertain the present status of preschool screening in the United States, on-site visits, mail questionnaires and telephone interviews were used to study existing preschool vision screening programs at the federal, state and private organization levels. We estimate that, at most, 21% of preschool children receive any form of vision screening. Only two states, Michigan and Minnesota, have legislated requirements for such screening. Several organizations have attempted to establish screening guidelines, with suggestions of specific test and referral criteria. These guidelines are reviewed. The guidelines are of particular interest because screening programs following them typically indicate far lower prevalence rates than most studies indicate actually exist, suggesting that the guidelines result in underreferrals. In order to assess this matter, vision screening methods appropriate for preschoolers or infants, based on current evidence, are reviewed. Stereoscopic testing, utilizing a random dot stereogram format, appears the best instrument available for amblyopia and strabismus screening, but large scale comparative studies of the different test methods are needed to arrive at a final determination. Suggestions are made for the physician interested in initiating preschool vision screening programs.
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Hoyt CS, Nickel BL, Billson FA. Ophthalmological examination of the infant. Developmental aspects. Surv Ophthalmol 1982; 26:177-89. [PMID: 7041306 DOI: 10.1016/0039-6257(82)90078-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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In recent years, the ophthalmic examination of infants has been of increasing interest to both clinicians and vision researchers. Clinicians have documented a greater risk of retinopathy, strabismus and amblyopia in premature infants, especially those of low birthweight. In addition to the external and retinal examination of the infant eye, a number of clinical tests can help the ophthalmologist to detect visual dysfunction through the evaluation of pupillary responses and ocular motility. Recently, the development of objective techniques (optokinetic nystagmus, forced choice preferential looking, and visually evoked potentials) have not only aided in the detection of ophthalmic disorders in infants; they have contributed to useful definitions of "normal" vision at various ages and to the understanding of factors that influence the pre- and post-gestational development of visual function.
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Caputo AR, Lingua RW. The problem of cycloplegia in the pediatric age group: a combination formula for refraction. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus 1980; 17:119-28. [PMID: 7391899 DOI: 10.3928/0191-3913-19800301-14] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Cycloplegic refraction and indirect ophthalmoscopy are essential to evaluation of the pediatric patient. Unfortunately, along with this practice occur the attendant risks of toxicity and the unpleasantness of instillation. The literature that documents the development of cycloplegic agents is often contradictory regarding efficacy and side effects. It is presented for perspective. We have found that efficacy and discomfort are inseparable; however, as with efficacy and toxicity they are directly related to the concentration used. The case is therefore made to use each agent in its minimal effective concentration and thereby minimize both discomfort and toxicity. Our combination of 1.3% cyclogyl, .167% mydriacil, and 1.6% phenylephrine accomplishes effective cycloplegia for refraction and indirect ophthalmoscopy, has a rapid onset and short duration, works reliably in dark irides, is accomplished in a single encounter with the patient, and exhibits none of the side effects of the individual agents in our series.
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Flynn JT, Cassady J, Essner D, Zeskind J, Merritt J, Flynn R, Williams MJ. Fluorescein angiography in retrolental fibroplasia: experience from 1969-1977. Ophthalmology 1979; 86:1700-23. [PMID: 583595 DOI: 10.1016/s0161-6420(79)35329-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Acute proliferative retrolental fibroplasia (RLF) has been studied in premature infants employing a Zeiss fundus camera and fluorescein angiography. A total of 164 angiograms have been performed on 122 infants. At the present time, angiography is reserved for studying infants with peculiar or puzzling fundus pictures. A dose of 0.1-0.4 cc of 10% sodium fluoresceinate is employed, depending on the age and the weight of the baby. Fluorescein clearly outlines the major arteriovenous shunt in the retina, which is the hallmark of acute RLF. The shunt fills with fluorescein and leaks it profusely. On regression, a fine brush border of capillaries is seen in the region where the shunt previously had been located. Study of the population susceptible to RLF reveals it to be the smallest sickest babies in the premature nursery.
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Ophthalmoscopic examination of the premature infant requires binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy, use of an eyelid speculum, and wide pupillary dilatation. Normal and pathologic features unique to the infant eye often are encountered. Familiarity with these features is essential for accurate diagnosis and prevention of unnecessary therapeutic intervention. Supplemental oxygen is the mainstay of supportive therapy for idiopathic respiratory distress syndrome, a common cause for morbidity in premature infants. Arterial oxygen monitoring is essential for survival and for prevention of retrolental fibroplasia, but precise arterial oxygen levels associated with development of retrolental fibroplasia have not been established.
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Schaffer DB, Johnson L, Quinn GE, Boggs TR. A classification of retrolental fibroplasia to evaluate vitamin E therapy. Ophthalmology 1979; 86:1749-60. [PMID: 583596 DOI: 10.1016/s0161-6420(79)35328-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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A refined classification of the stages of the retinopathy of prematurity (RLF) based on the experience of over 7500 examinations during the past decade is presented. We have been using the basic elements of this classification since 1972 in order to evaluate the influence of vitamin E on retrolental fibroplasia (RLF). It is our impression that it provides a more accurate clinical method of following the course of the retinopathy and a tool for assessing the factors other than prematurity and hyperoxia that may play a subtle role in the development of RLF.
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Clinic patients and students were given several regular drops of commercial 10% phenylephrine HCl, and 1.0% cyclopentolate HCl or 1.0% tropicamide HCl. The drops were given three times at five-minute intervals. Mydriasis and cycloplegia were determined and compared with the results obtained by using one of the following: microdrops (0.005 or 0.01 ml) of a mixture of 5% phenylephrine HCl and 0.5% tropicamide HCl, or regular drops of mixtures of 1% phenylephrine HCl, or 0.4% hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide with 0.1% cyclopentolate HCl, or 0.1% tropicamide in a vehicle of 1.6% or 1.0% methylcellulose 400, or artificial tears or lubricants (Absorbobase, Contique, Isopto Tears, Liquifilm, Lyteers, Ultra Tears). Except for an initial lag in the production of mydriasis with the diluted mixtures, the results were similar for all preparations. The diluted solutions produced little ocular irritation or tearing.
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Caputo AR, Schnitzer RE. Systemic response to mydriatic eyedrops in neonates: mydriatics in neonates. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus 1978; 15:109-22. [PMID: 368306 DOI: 10.3928/0191-3913-19780301-14] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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During routine dilation of 48 newborns, systemic responses and pupil dilation were monitored. Both 10 percent aqueous and viscous phenylephrine caused blanching around the eyes and produced considerable rise in blood pressure. Dilatation average 4.7 mm. In a double blind study, a 2.5 percent solution caused no skin blanching and no change in pressure or heart rate. Average dilation was 4.5 mm. No blood pressure changes were observed with either one percent cyclopentolate or one percent tropicamide. Average dilatations were 5.0 mm and 5.3 mm respectively. The above agents, used individually for a total dosage of three drops in each eye did not provide adequate dilation for a thorough funduscopic examination. Our protocol at United Hospitals Medical Center is a safe combination of drugs and provides excellent dilatation averaging greater th an 7 mm. No skin blanching or change in heart rate was observed.
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Hopkins GA, Lyle WM. Potential Systemic Side Effects of Six Common Ophthalmic Drugs. Clin Exp Optom 1978. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1444-0938.1978.tb02252.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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- G. A. Hopkins
- University of Waterloo School of Optometry, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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- University of Waterloo School of Optometry, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Colman BH. The Role of Drugs in Optometric Practice. Clin Exp Optom 1975. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1444-0938.1975.tb01825.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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