The effectiveness of topical diclofenac in relieving discomfort following traumatic corneal abrasions

被引:18
作者
Jayamanne, DGR
Fitt, AWD
Dayan, M
Andrews, RM
Mitchell, KW
Griffiths, PG
机构
[1] NEWCASTLE GEN HOSP, DEPT OPHTHALMOL, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE NE4 6BE, TYNE & WEAR, ENGLAND
[2] ROYAL VICTORIA INFIRM, DEPT REG MED PHYS, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE NE1 4LP, TYNE & WEAR, ENGLAND
关键词
corneal abrasions; diclofenac; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs);
D O I
10.1038/eye.1997.15
中图分类号
R77 [眼科学];
学科分类号
100212 ;
摘要
Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug available in an ophthalmic preparation. We present a prospective randomised double-masked placebo-controlled trial involving 40 patients that assessed the effectiveness of topical diclofenac in relieving pain from traumatic corneal abrasions. Statistical analysis of visual analogue and categorical pain scores revealed a significant reduction in pain experienced by subjects in the diclofenac group (p<0.02).
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