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Por Mr Praveen Patel
03.08.21
Oftalmólogo
Intravitreal injections and the use of iodine beforehand
We recently got in contact with Mr Praveen Patel, a top ophthalmologist based in London, to discuss why iodine droplets are usually used before intravitreal injections, whether it can cause an allergic reaction or side effects. Find out if there are any alternatives to this antiseptic agent or if there is a way of reducing sensitivity to iodine.