We use 2.5 cc 10% for Optos and Heidelberg HRA.I think a lot of the clinics you
here form are using scanning laser instead of conventional fudus cameras. For
Topcon we use 5 cc but reduce dosage for smaller patients or those renal
issues. The evidence on reduced dosage for renal issues is debatable with at
least one reputable study indicating there is no effect on these patients.
Chris Carlton
UBC.VGH ECC
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Subject: [optimal] FA dye dosage
My office manager is wanting to cut costs by lowering the dosage of FA dye from
5cc to 2.5cc. We are using a 5% dye and currently cut the dosage for people
with renal issues and those images are rarely as good as when using the full
5cc. My manager is claiming that lots of clinics are doing this. Do any of you
only use 2.5cc with 5%?? I'd be curious to know your thoughts so I can try to
convince the doctors otherwise.
Krista
