ISSN:
1420-9071
Keywords:
Morphine addiction
;
naloxone
;
conjuctival instillation
;
intraocular pressure
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary The effect of conjunctival instillation of naloxone on intraocular pressure has been examined in morphine-addicted patients as compared to non-addicted healthy volunteers. Morphine-addicted subjects showed a lower basal value of intraocular pressure as compared to the control volunteers. The instillation of naloxone caused a normalization of intraocular pressure to a level similar to that of control volunteers. This test seems to be a useful screening method for detecting morphine addiction.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF02002629
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