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To explore the effectiveness of subconjunctival povidone-iodine in managing bleb-associated endophthalmitis.

Subconjunctival povidone-iodine in the treatment of bleb-associated endophthalmitis

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Case report demonstrates rapid resolution of bleb-associated endophthalmitis in an elderly man, suggesting a new treatment option.

To explore the effectiveness of subconjunctival povidone-iodine in managing bleb-associated endophthalmitis.
Case report of an 81-year-old man with vision loss and pain in the left eye.
Initial treatment included vitreous tap and intravitreal antibiotics.
Subconjunctival injection of 0.5% povidone-iodine was administered at follow-up.
Rapid resolution of purulence within 48 hours post-injection of povidone-iodine.
No recurrences or adverse events noted at 4-week follow-up.

Zafar et al. (2026) studied this question.

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