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Therapeutic Techniques for the eye - Donkey (view source)
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==Swab technique==
==Swab technique==
In the case of serious infections within the eye, such as a stromal abscess or penetrating foreign body, subconjunctival injections of antibiotic are commonly used to deliver high concentrations of antibiotic through local uptake into the bloodstream and slow release into the tissues around the eye. Other solutions that can also be used are antifungals, atropine and
In the case of serious infections within the eye, such as a stromal abscess or penetrating foreign body, subconjunctival injections of antibiotic are commonly used to deliver high concentrations of antibiotic through local uptake into the bloodstream and slow release into the tissues around the eye. Other solutions that can also be used are antifungals, atropine and
corticosteroids. The technique is best performed using sedation and local anaesthesia due to the potential risks of misdirecting the needle. Use a 23 gauge 16 mm needle. The maximum volume of injection is 1 ml and depot preparations should be avoided.
corticosteroids. The technique is best performed using sedation and local anaesthesia due to the potential risks of misdirecting the needle. Use a 23 gauge 16 mm needle. The maximum volume of injection is 1 ml and depot preparations should be avoided.
==Literature Search==
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==References==
==References==