David Hutton

In this study, researchers examine immune mechanisms in ocular diseases like uveitis, AMD, DR, and GO, highlighting microglial roles, targeted therapies, and promising advances in immunotherapy.

According to Robert Latkany, MD, understanding the causes and recognizing these diagnostic features are essential for effective treatment.

This series features experts in ophthalmology sharing their thoughts on the one unsolved challenge they wish there was a solution for.

This series features experts in ophthalmology sharing their thoughts on the one unsolved challenge they wish there was a solution for.

A team of researchers in China detail a case of Thelazia callipaeda infection in the right eye of a 41-year-old woman working in an office. The patient presented with persistent foreign body sensation, pruritus, and redness despite initial treatment with polyethylene glycol and levofloxacin eye drops.

Alon Kahana, MD, PhD, discusses the role of interleukin-6 in thyroid eye disease and the potential of tourmaline Bio's IL-6 inhibitor therapy.

Deepinder Dhaliwal, MD, LAc, discusses longterm outcomes of Descemet Stripping Only (DSO) for Fuchs dystrophy at NYU's Journal Club, highlighting a 77% success rate at 5 years and evolving techniques.

A Helsinki University Hospital study found diabetes, glycemic control, or insulin therapy did not significantly affect anatomical or functional outcomes after epiretinal membrane surgery.

This series features experts in ophthalmology sharing their thoughts on the one unsolved challenge they wish there was a solution for.

This series features experts in ophthalmology sharing their thoughts on the one unsolved challenge they wish there was a solution for.

This series features experts in ophthalmology sharing their thoughts on the one unsolved challenge they wish there was a solution for.

This series features experts in ophthalmology sharing their thoughts on the one unsolved challenge they wish there was a solution for.

According to Iridex Corp., the study confirms MicroPulse TLT's sustained safety and efficacy in managing glaucoma, reducing intraocular pressure and medication reliance with minimal complications over 5 years.

Event in San Francisco features a lineup of speakers, latest in glaucoma research and technology.

At the FLORetina Conference in Florence, Italy, John W. Kitchens, of Retina Associates of Kentucky, highlighted strategies to enhance efficiency in retina practices, addressing challenges like staff shortages and rising patient volumes. He emphasized streamlined workflows, advanced diagnostic tools, and enhanced patient communication to optimize care and improve outcomes.

In an interview with Ophthalmology Times, clinical trial investigator Zaina Al-Mohtaseb MD, noted the CLARA Phase 1/2 trial demonstrated the safety, efficacy, and simplicity of corneal endothelial cell injection therapy with a rho kinase inhibitor, offering a less invasive alternative to traditional corneal transplantation for treating corneal edema.

According to the company, its Phase 1/2 CLARA trial of AURN001 for corneal edema demonstrated significant dose-dependent efficacy, especially in the high-dose group, with favorable safety and tolerability profiles.

This series features experts in ophthalmology sharing their thoughts on the one unsolved challenge they wish there was a solution for.

The company is advancing its Phase I/II trial and exploring accelerated approval pathways in the US and Europe.

A global survey explores the impact of geographic atrophy (GA) on quality of life, revealing similar challenges for individuals with unilateral and bilateral GA. Researchers also highlight the need for improved education, support, and treatment options.

In the LIGHTHOUSE study, Atsena Therapeutics is evaluating ATSN-201 gene therapy for X-linked retinoschisis, leveraging AAV.SPR capsid for central retina transduction without foveal detachment risks.

Researchers at the USC Ginsburg Institute for Biomedical Therapeutics and the USC Roski Eye Institute are advancing a new treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness in older adults.

USC is leading a research team aiming to better understand retinitis pigmentosa and inform future treatments.

This Week in Ophthalmology is a weekly video series highlighting some of the top articles and videos featured on the Ophthalmology Times website.

A study investigating the impact of socioeconomic status (SES) on open globe injury (OGI) found that lower SES, measured by the Social Vulnerability Index and Distressed Communities Index, correlates with younger age, non-accidental injuries, and poorer visual outcomes in OGI patients.

Iantrek’s CREST Registry reports 1-year outcomes for a bio-interventional glaucoma treatment, demonstrating significant IOP reduction, medication reduction, and a favorable safety profile, offering a promising new approach for open-angle glaucoma management.

Tenpoint Therapeutics and Visus Therapeutics have merged to focus on aging-related ocular conditions, with key products including BRIMOCHOL PF for presbyopia and therapies for cataracts and geographic atrophy.

In this series, experts in the field advise current residents and offer insight into how they can make the most of their time and experience moving forward with their careers.

VisiRose, a company formed in collaboration with Provectus Biopharmaceuticals and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, is advancing Rose Bengal Photodynamic Antimicrobial Therapy (RB PDAT), a non-invasive treatment for infectious keratitis, leveraging light-based technology and addressing antimicrobial resistance to improve outcomes for patients with severe eye infections globally.

Bausch + Lomb announced the acquisition of the ELIOS system, a laser-based technology that offers a new approach to treating glaucoma, particularly in conjunction with cataract surgery.