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ARVO 2024: Novel contact lens solution bolsters comfort in potential lens wear dropoutsMarjorie Rah, OD, PhD, FAAO, discussed the in-home use test of BioTrue Hydration Plus multipurpose contact lens solution (Bausch + Lomb) on patients who are considering lens dropout.
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Leveraging UVC light for infection prevention in ophthalmology and beyondThe threshold limit value is increased for virus and bacterial eradication.
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Minimising risks during routine ophthalmic examinations in the COVID-19 eraUntil we have a vaccine and see a reduction of COVID-19 cases down to zero, we must adjust and take every precaution possibly to protect our staff, as well as our patients.
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Glaucoma specialists take back treatment complianceMoving on from medication “stacks” and the old-school reactive approach
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Small-aperture IOL poised to fill unmet needThe one-piece, small-aperture IOL IC-8 was found in a retrospective comparative review of studies to enhance vision at all distances, with improved visual acuities and a broad range of continuous functional vision.
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EMA launches procedure for manufacturers working with high-risk medical devicesThe European Medicines Agency's new standard procedure allows manufacturers to request advice from medical device expert panels
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Biometric changes and endothelial cell loss after deep sclerectomy and trabeculectomyComparisons of deep sclerectomy and trabeculectomy show the former to have better outcomes and fewer complications in cases where it is indicated.
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Investigators research astronauts’ ocular health following space flightsWith NASA’s sights set on Mars, continued research into further understanding and mitigating spaceflight-associated neuro-ocular syndrome is of the utmost importance for astronaut health and space exploration.
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First-person perspective: Prof Shlomo Melamed on lessons from the Togo Glaucoma ProjectOn a recent trip to Togo, West Africa, my colleagues and I taught local ophthalmologists to perform selective laser trabeculoplasty in a model that we hope to see replicated throughout the region.
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Pearls for ocular surgical success in patients with chronic uveitisWhile operating on a patient with chronic uveitis presents some challenges, there are a few pearls that may increase success.
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A portable solution for high definition slit-lamp imagingThis affordable device allows the view through a slit lamp to be shared in real time or recorded, for teaching purposes and for reference.
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SMILE procedure offers low enhancement rate after nomogram adjustmentThe rates of postoperative myopic progression are the lowest with the SMILE procedure compared with PRK and LASIK, regardless of the degree of myopia.
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Letter to the Editor: Intravitreal injections. Who should perform them?In response to a previously published article, three ophthalmologists present their views on intravitreal pharmacotherapy injections.
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Visualisation with en-face OCT offers value for ophthalmologistsEn-face OCT has advantages that make it very useful for characterising macular anatomy and pathologic features of various macular disorders.
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The role of astigmatism in cataract surgery with premium IOLsThe possibility of taking precise measurements of total corneal astigmatism enable more patients to be spectacle-free following cataract surgery.
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Playing matchmaker with Schlemm canal surgeryTwo glaucoma specialists discuss pairing patients with the right procedures
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Time is retina: Focus on the ocular aspects of neuromyelitis opticaSymptoms of acute optic neuritis resulting from the disease can resolve in treated rapidly.
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The case for ultrawidefield-guided swept-source OCTThe technology provides effective, efficient evaluations when paired with the right patients
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A field guide to optic disc drusenClinical associations, imaging strategies and establishing a differential diagnosis from pseudopapilloedema
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Retinal imaging to detect Alzheimer disease: machine learning modelAn interdisciplinary team at Duke University has developed a proof-of-concept machine learning model capable of detecting symptomatic Alzheimer disease using multimodal retinal imaging data.
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Two Faricimab Patient Cases from the Real-world in Neovascular AMDDr David Almeida shares two cases of neovascular AMD from his practice, one treatment-naïve and one previously treated, and presents his findings after switching them to faricimab.
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Harnessing the power of light in dry age-related macular degenerationPhotobiomodulation has been demonstrated to improve quality of vision in several patients suffering from dry AMD.
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Posterior corneal elevation: Is there a role for premium IOLs?It is widely accepted that patient selection is the key to success with premium IOLs. However, with care, premium IOLs can be implemented in challenging cases.
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Spectacle independence for presbyopic patients: Achieving success and satisfaction with ZEISS PRESBYOND, even in a highly demanding cohortCommercial airline pilots work mandates the ability to see clearly at multiple distances from near to far under a variety of conditions. This Case of the Month highlights the impact of prespyopia on visual functions for pilots and that ZEISS PRESBYOND can be a great option to consider improving the ability to perform the full range of their occupational vision-related tasks with high patient satisfaction after surgery.
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Controlling the growing problem of myopia in childrenAxial length growth is a sensitive means of assessing myopia progression in children. Drops and special lenses are options for inhibiting excessive axial length growth.
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Applying cryopreserved amniotic membrane following intravitreal injectionCAM encourages corneal healing in patients with ocular surface disease.
