Pain Management Strategies before Pan‐Retinal Photocoagulation for Diabetic Retinopathy: A Systematic Review
Mohammadkarim Johari,
Mehdi Moallem,
Abdulrahim Amini
et al.
Abstract:Purpose. This systematic review aims to consolidate key findings regarding the efficacy of pain relief medications administered prior to pan‐retinal photocoagulation (PRP) for diabetic retinopathy (DR). Methods. A comprehensive search of major databases from 1993 to 2023 was conducted. Clinical trials comparing pain relief drugs before PRP in patients diagnosed with DR requiring PRP treatment were eligible for inclusion. The assessment of pain scores involved the use of various scales, such as the visual analo… Show more
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