Abstract
The incidence of cross-reaction after subconjunctival cefuroxime following cataract surgery in penicillin allergy patients is not common and therefore cefuroxime with its better spectrum of action and lower toxicity is probably a better choice than gentamycin.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Antibiotic Prophylaxis*
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Cataract Extraction*
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Cefuroxime / administration & dosage*
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Cefuroxime / immunology
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Conjunctiva / drug effects*
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Conjunctiva / immunology
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Drug Hypersensitivity / immunology
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Drug Hypersensitivity / prevention & control*
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Penicillins / adverse effects*
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Penicillins / immunology
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Retrospective Studies