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Implement a New Flomax Prefered Practice Pattern

Implement a New Flomax Prefered Practice Pattern

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Started by Anonymous 17 years, 4 months ago
The use of alpha blockers causes an increased incidence of IFIS and, with it, an increased morbidity during routine cataract surgery. We are urging a new PPP for these patients: If a urologist is considering starting a patient on an alpha blocker to treat urinary symptoms, a baseline exam from the ophthalmologist should be obtained prior to the start of treatment. If a cataract is detected, it should be removed prior to the initiation of alpha antagonist therapy. This would go a long way toward minimizing the morbidity in these patients.

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Gary Thompson
17 years ago Featured

My dad had a total nightmare with this during his eye surgery. The urologist never said a word about it and it caused all sorts of problems. Makes total sense to check first.

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Brenda Chen
17 years ago Featured

Long overdue. doctors just push these pills without thinking about the side effects on other parts of the body. stop the madness and start checking eyes first!!