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Cataract Surgery in Patients Taking Alpha-1 Antagonists.
- Source :
- Deutsches Ärzteblatt International; 5/25/2012, Vol. 109 Issue 21, following p379-384, 7p
- Publication Year :
- 2012
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Abstract
- The article discusses the risks and complications involved during cataract surgery in patients taking Alpha-1 antagonist. The study reveals that alpha-1 receptor antagonists used in the treatment of urinary tract disorders create a problem in ophthalmic surgery. It is found that Alpha-blockers have a direct effect on the alpha-receptors of the iris. INSET: KEY MESSAGES.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 18660452
- Volume :
- 109
- Issue :
- 21
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Deutsches Ärzteblatt International
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 77061214
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3238/arztebl.2012.0379