Neuropathy

New neuropathy data have been reported by S.R. Montezuma and co-authors

Published in Drug Law Weekly, March 11th, 2008

New investigation results, 'Optic neuropathy after epi-LASIK,' are detailed in a study published in Journal of Refractive Surgery. In this recently published study, investigators in the United States conducted a study "To report a case of optic neuropathy after epi-LASIK. A 24-year-old man developed optic neuropathy after epi-LASIK, possibly related to the barotrauma created by the suction ring."

"Optic neuropathy and steroid-induced ocular hypertension were diagnosed. Prednisolone drops were discontinued and timolol was started. After 2 weeks, his symptoms improved and the pain resolved. Optic neuropathy is a potentially vision-threatening complication of...

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Source: Drug Law Weekly (2008-03-11)

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