Increasing understanding of the genetics behind Usher syndrome suggests that treatment may become possible in the very near future.
Study found that YAG laser vitreolysis was less invasive than pars plana vitrectomy for patients with vitreous opacities.
Photobiomodulation has been demonstrated to improve quality of vision in several patients suffering from dry AMD.
Many low- and middle-income countries lack resources for managing eye health. A pilot project aims to reduce the number of people going blind from untreated glaucoma by raising awareness and increasing engagement with screening and follow-up.
A small study demonstrates that high-resolution imaging with adaptive optics may be a useful method of assessing integrity of the cone mosaic following macular hole repair.
Developing technology may offer marked improvements in surgical precision
The child's changes in vision began at school and worsened over the next day to the point where he could see only outlines and shapes of objects.
Experience at one ophthalmic practice in Bulgaria demonstrates that new operating procedures, technologies and good management can enable clinics to remain open and operate safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ophthalmic training and education should continue to be a priority.
Closing out his discussion on the port delivery system in retinal diseases, Chirag Jhaveri, MD, considers how this approach has impacted the treatment landscape.
A recently developed tool can help ophthalmologists to assess the quality of findings from real-world studies in retinal diseases. This will help them decide which results are most robust and applicable to their practice.
Therapeutic has fewer adverse effects in patients with POAG and OHT, study results show
Disease manifestations in the systemic microcirculation of children
Examining the anatomy and physiology may prevent ineffective stent implantation.
Surgeon discusses latest trends for treating cornea
Long-term treatment helps chronic, vision-threatening disease.
The investigators found that the corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA) in the amblyopic eye improved significantly in all patients regardless of age
A UK health data research hub containing vast numbers of fundus and OCT images opens the door to improved screening and diagnoses of eye diseases and even ‘oculomic’ services for systemic health.
A recently developed tool can help ophthalmologists to assess the quality of findings from real-world studies in retinal diseases. This will help them decide which results are most robust and applicable to their practice.
In early November, the EU MDR issued a CE mark certification for RetInSight’s AI-based geographic atrophy monitor
A recently developed tool can help ophthalmologists to assess the quality of findings from real-world studies in retinal diseases. This will help them decide which results are most robust and applicable to their practice.
Dr Zeba A. Syed emphasises the importance of performing surgery sooner rather than later for patients with Pseudomonas scleritis
A new device for goniotomy has the advantage of an irrigation/aspiration system, which offers easier excision of the trabecular meshwork and better visibility. Dr Desai shares his experiences using the device as well as his tips and surgical pearls for success.
Dr Ramin Tadayoni discusses the myopia panel at the EURETINA 2021 virtual meeting.
Newly developed acrylic implant provides option for patients with endothelial dysfunction.
For ophthalmologists, finding the ideal solution for presbyopia has long been the ‘holy grail’ of the field.
Patients who received digital education demonstrated a better understanding of their disease and its management
Two randomised controlled trials, EMGT and UKGTS, have examined the factors affecting the risk of glaucoma progression. Global target IOPs are not the best option for all patients.