Prophylactic regimens for the prevention of pseudophakic cystoid macular edema: systematic review and meta-analysis

Autor: Abdullah S. Alqahtani, Reem M. Hersi, Jumana J. Homsi, Loujen O. Alamoudi, Sara Alghamdi, Rawan K. Alrajhi, Reham A. AlJehani
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: International Journal of Retina and Vitreous, Vol 10, Iss 1, Pp 1-17 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2056-9920
DOI: 10.1186/s40942-024-00588-8
Popis: Abstract Background Pseudophakic cystoid macular edema (PCME) is a known complication of cataract surgery that contributes to decreased visual acuity. Mechanical manipulation associated with the release of inflammatory mediators is the leading hypothesis for PCME. To date, no standardized prophylactic protocol has been established to effectively reduce the incidence of PCME. This study assessed the efficacy and safety of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drops (NSAIDs) and corticosteroids for the prevention of PCME. Method We searched the following databases MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Central. Register of Controlled Trials and included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that studied the efficacy of NSAID vs. placebo, NSAID vs. steroid, or NSAID + steroid vs. placebo, reporting the incidence of PCME, macular thickness, and best-corrected visual acuity. The risk ratio (RR) with a 95% confidence interval (CI) and a random-effects model was used. The risk of bias was assessed using the revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool. Results A total of 18 RCTs were included in this study (n = 2959). Nine RCT showed low risk of bias, 7 RCT showed unclear risk of bias, and 2 RCT had high risk of bias. The incidence of cystoid macular edema among patients treated with NSAIDs was significantly lower (RR = 0.33, P
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