The prophylactic effect of betaxolol 0.5% versus brimonidine 0.2% on IOP elevation after Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy

Posterior capsule opacification is a common late complication of cataract surgery. Posterior capsule opening with Nd:YAG laser, which is the standard treatment, may cause transient elevation of intraocular pressure (IOP).To evaluate the efficacy of betaxolol 0.‌5% compared to brimonidine 0.2%, in prevention of intraocular pressure increase after Nd:YAG Laser posterior capsulotomy.In a double masked randomised clinical trial, 38 eyes from 38...