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How do you predict which patients are most likely to have a positive response to Oxervate?

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Ophthalmology · Alkek Eye Center

I don't think you can predict which patients are most likely to have a positive response, unfortunately. I think Stage 1 or early Stage 2 neurotrophic ulcers are the best scenarios to use this treatment.

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Ophthalmology · Florida Eye Specialists And Cataract Institute

Works great for peripheral nerve damage. HSV/VZV, burns, chronic dry eye/sicca/gvhd type patients.

For central nerve damage from tumor, stroke, or brain/face surgery never found any benefit.

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