Several hundred genes are associated with congenital forms.
Early diagnosis of NMOSD is key to preventing disability, improving survival.
Papilledema with back pain suggests spine lesion.
Removing drops from procedure increases adherence and comfort for most patients.
This program is in place for prescriptions of cyclosporine ophthalmic solution 0.1% (VEVYE, Harrow) and promises a $59 price tag per bottle, effective immediately.
Lens offering surgeons a reassuring amount of resistance to movement in the eye
Deepinder Dhaliwal, MD, LAc, explores advancements in managing Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy, highlighting Descemet stripping only (DSO). Long-term outcomes show promising results, supporting DSO as a viable alternative to traditional donor-tissue-based keratoplasty procedures.
Research explores innovative physiotherapeutic approaches to managing myopia progression, showing promising results in slowing its advancement over two years.
Equally important is that any symptoms of ocular allergies should be addressed to reduce the frequency of eye rubbing.
Selina McGee, OD, FAAO, emphasizes the significance of a multifactorial treatment approach for dry eye, especially in patients concurrently using other eye drops or contact lenses, and advocates for ocular sparing therapies when needed.
Adolf Fercher's 2D image of fundus paved way for today’s imaging technique.
A residency applicant shares his perspective on the pandemic’s impact.
The latest IOLs offer an improvement in stray light performance and enhanced contrast.
Advances enhance clinical decision-making in screening cases at risk of iatrogenic ectasia.
Expert panelists provide an overview of current unmet needs in wet AMD care and discuss the potential for improving clinical outcomes and treatment burden.
Every football fan knows the scrutiny that NFL game officials are put under every game day, and now a group of ophthalmologists is trying to ensure they can perform at their best each weekend.
The authors of a case series say silicone oil droplets from silicone used to lubricate the McKesson syringes is the most likely cause of the droplets presumed to cause the floaters.
Bill B. Trattler, MD, Crystal Brimer, OD, Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, and Kelly K. Nichols, OD, MPH, PhD, discuss dry eye disease and the various approaches clinicians can take to treat the disease in part 4 of the Viewpoints Podcast.
Emerging technologies, such as remote tonometry and genetic risk scoring, are revolutionizing glaucoma care by enabling earlier detection, personalized management, and more efficient use of resources.
Electrical stimulation therapy is being explored as a potential treatment to enhance neuroplasticity and improve visual function in optic neuropathy patients. Clinical trials show promising results in visual field improvements, though further research is needed on long-term efficacy and quality of life.
Perspectives from a pediatric ophthalmologist and mother.
The complement system identifies and eliminates pathogens and dying cells, 3 pathways can activate the complement system—classical, lectin, and alternative—and their activation results in similar functions of opsonization, inflammation, and cell lysis.
Research explores innovative physiotherapeutic approaches to managing myopia progression, showing promising results in slowing its advancement over two years.
David A. Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS and Caroline Baumal, MD provide take-home messages to providers treating AMD and DME.
Research explores innovative physiotherapeutic approaches to managing myopia progression, showing promising results in slowing its advancement over two years.
According to Sebastian B. Heersink, surgeons can perform several procedures with cataract surgery.
Contemporary scleral lenses work so well that stable vision in them cannot necessarily be taken as a sign that KC progression has stopped. Determination of KC progression requires advanced imaging.
Siloam Vision and Orbis team up to develop infrastructure to save the vision of premature infants.
By creating customized packages that incorporate the range of diagnostic and treatment options available, practices can simplify dry eye management and improve patients' outcomes.