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  • Title: Effect of three ophthalmic solutions on chemical conjunctivitis in the neonate.
    Author: Yasunaga S.
    Journal: Am J Dis Child; 1977 Feb; 131(2):159-61. PubMed ID: 835531.
    Abstract:
    In an attempt to reduce chemical conjunctivitis after silver nitrate prophylaxis, three different ophthalmic solutions (sodium chloride, sterile water, and a boric acid-sodium borate solution) were used to irrigate the eyes immediately after prophylaxis in 450 neonates. Sterile water significantly reduced (P less than .02) the prevalence of chemical conjunctivitis when compared to the conventional sodium chloride rinse. A significantly greater prevalence of chemical irritation in low-birth-weight infants was also noted (P less than .02).
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