How common is it for a Cataract surgeon to insist on a Kenalog injection one week before Cataract Surgery?
I went to 4 Specialists for opinions since I wanted to get the Best of the Best for my cataract surgery. I had an Membrane Peel/ Vitrectomy 9 months ago, so I realize the Cataract surgery needs to be done more carefuly.
Only one of the Specialists recommends the Pre-Kenalog injection (and he is the Surgeon I like in all other regards)...so I am doubtful I should get it. My retina has settled from surgery, Macula thickness now 308 and no CME. This Cat. Sp. says he routinely has his Retina Sp. do a Kenalog injection one week before his Cat. surgery to help prevent CME post surgery.
Is this common in the industry ? What are the "downsides" to this Kenalog injection, and is it worth it ?
Thank you !