Clinical characteristics and progression of Geographic Atrophy in a Japanese population
November 7th 2023This retrospective, multicenter, observational study examined Japanese patients with GA to determine the clinical characteristics and GA progression rate associated with AMD in an Asian population.
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AAO 2023: Phase 3 LYNX-1 trial: Phentolamine ophthalmic solution improves low-contrast night vision
November 2nd 2023Researchers conducted a study on 145 patients with night vision problems, testing the effects of 0.75% phentolamine ophthalmic solution. The trial demonstrated substantial improvement in visual acuity on both evaluation days.
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World Sight Day 2023: Focusing on preservation of vision in the workplace
October 11th 2023World Sight Day on October 12 highlights the vital role of eye care in workplaces. The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness urges employers to prioritize eye health, aiming to enhance well-being, safety, and productivity.
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Rapid point-of-care identification of aspergillus species in microbial keratitis
October 3rd 2023A rapid lateral-flow device shows high sensitivity and specificity in identifying Aspergillus species in corneal samples, aiding in diagnosing microbial keratitis. The device, coupled with ratiometric analysis, proves robust and cost-effective, potentially revolutionizing MK diagnosis, especially in low-resource settings
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