Journal article
Intraoperative floppy iris syndrome associated with alpha(1)-adrenergic receptor antagonists
The Annals of pharmacotherapy, Vol.42(4), pp.558-563
04/01/2008
DOI: 10.1345/aph.1K679
PMID: 18364408
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS) in association with alpha(1)-adrenergic receptor (alpha(1)AR) antagonists by conducting a thorough literature review.
DATA SOURCES: Literature retrieval was accomplished by searching MEDLINE (2000-December 2007) using the terms intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS), adrenergic alpha-antagonist(s), tamsulosin, doxazosin, terazosin, and/or alfuzosin. In addition, reference lists from identified publications were reviewed to identify additional reports and studies of interest.
STUDY SELECTION AND DATA EXTRACTION: All articles in English identified from data sources were reviewed for relevance and uniqueness prior to inclusion.
DATA SYNTHESIS: IFIS was first described in 2005 as a clinical triad observed during cataract surgery that includes fluttering and billowing of the iris stroma, propensity for iris prolapse, and constriction of the pupil. IFIS increases the risk of complications during cataract surgery. Numerous reports have linked IFIS to use of alpha(1)AR antagonists, most notably tamsulosin, which is prescribed for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Tamsulosin blocks prostatic alpha(1A)ARs but may also selectively block alpha(1A)ARs in the iris dilator muscle, preventing mydriasis during cataract surgery. Other alpha(1)AR antagonists, including terazosin, doxazosin, and alfuzosin, have also been linked to IFIS; however, their relationship to the syndrome is not as definitive. When ophthalmologists are aware of a patient's previous alpha(1)AR antagonist exposure, specific steps can be taken to reduce the risk of surgical complications, Corrective measures used during surgery have included iris expansion hooks, intracameral phenylephrine, and preoperative atropine.
CONCLUSIONS: IFIS is a clinical syndrome observed during cataract surgery reported in patients taking systemic alpha(1)AR antagonists. It has been most strongly linked to use of tamsulosin. Medication washout periods of up to 2 weeks and specific surgical procedures have been attempted to reduce risk of complications from alpha(1)AR antagonists in the setting of cataract surgery. Patients should be educated regarding potential risks of this drug class so that they can discuss them with their healthcare providers, specifically ophthalmologists, prior to cataract surgery.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Intraoperative floppy iris syndrome associated with alpha(1)-adrenergic receptor antagonists
- Creators
- Matthew A. Cantrell - University of IowaHeather R. Bream-Rouwenhorst - University of IowaAndrew Steffensmeier - Visual SciencesPhyllis Hemerson - University of IowaMeaghan Rogers - University of IowaBenton Stamper - University of Iowa
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- The Annals of pharmacotherapy, Vol.42(4), pp.558-563
- Publisher
- Sage
- DOI
- 10.1345/aph.1K679
- PMID
- 18364408
- ISSN
- 1060-0280
- eISSN
- 1542-6270
- Number of pages
- 6
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 04/01/2008
- Academic Unit
- Pharmacy Practice and Science; Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
- Record Identifier
- 9984365875902771
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