5 Key Takeaways
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Opioids remain a leading cause of death in the US, with ongoing public health implications from substance abuse.
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Ophthalmologists can play a crucial role in early intervention for patients with injection drug use-associated endophthalmitis.
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Fentanyl use is linked to worse visual outcomes in patients with endogenous endophthalmitis, highlighting the need for further research.
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Hospitalization for IDU-EE presents a critical opportunity to connect patients with substance use disorders to addiction treatments.
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Routine involvement of addiction consult services in ophthalmic care could significantly improve outcomes for patients with substance use disorders.
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