Glaucoma

Both selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) and latanoprost are effective at controlling the level and fluctuation of intraocular pressure (IOP), according to a study published online ahead of print by the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

Penetrating deep sclerectomy (combining deep sclerectomy with trabeculectomy) delivers promising intermediate results in the treatment of paediatric glaucoma, according to the conclusions of a study published in the January issue of Ophthalmology.

Using a risk calculator might impact ocular hypertension treatment options, concluded a study published in the December 2008 issue of the Journal of Ophthalmology.

Latisse (bimatoprost solution 0.03%) (Allergan, Inc) has been recommended for FDA approval as a treatment for hypertrichosis of the eyelashes.

Gingko biloba extract (GBE) has an application in preventing steroid-induced ocular hypertension, according to study results published in the December issue of the Archives of Ophthalmology.

New imaging techniques are allowing more objective quantification of glaucoma diagnosis and progression, according to study results published online ahead of print by the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

Religiously-motivated fasting may affect glaucoma medication compliance rates, according to study results presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).

Azarga (brinzolamide 10mg/ml and timolol 5mg/ml fixed combination) has been approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) for decreasing intraocular pressure (IOP) in adult patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension after failure of monotherapy, according to an announcement from Alcon, Azarga's manufacturer.

The Pascal dynamic contour tonometer (DCT) and Reichert ocular response analyser (ORA) are the best tools for measuring corneal-compensated intraocular pressure (IOPcc) in patients with keratoconus (KC), according to study results published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, December.

A multimedia campaign may be the best way to raise glaucoma awareness in the UK, according to study results published in the December issue of the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

It is up to our refractive surgery colleagues to publish their results on such patients to allow us to put some, or all, of our questions to rest.

We should not be adding another drug to the therapeutic mix without having established the efficacy and side effect profile of a single therapy.

Administering fixed combinations as first-line treatment allows us to understand quickly whether our patients are non-responders or insufficient responders.

There is no evidence to suggest that there is rapid glaucoma progression following refractive surgery.

The growing understanding that glaucoma is a neurodegenerative rather than ocular disease is to be the principal topic of discussion of the annual Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) benefit, to be held January 28 2009 in San Francisco, California, US.

The methods used to manage glaucoma vary widely across the United Kingdom, according to study results published in the November issue of Eye.

Topcon Medical Systems has introduced new OCT mapping software and enhanced its image management system.

Contact anaesthesia is just as safe and effective as peribulbar application for combined cataract and glaucoma surgery, according to study results published online ahead of print by Ophthalmologica.

Performing selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) in patients with pseudoexfoliative glaucoma (PEXG) may in fact cause a rise in intraocular pressure (IOP), according to results published in the October issue of BMC Ophthalmology.

The level of reimbursement of Optonol's Ex-PRESS Mini Glaucoma Shunt has been increased by the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), according to an announcement made by Optonol at the Glaucoma Subspecialty Day of this year's meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

The Latanoprost punctal plug drug delivery system (L-PPDS) has performed well in its Phase II CORE trial, according to study data released by the manufacturer, QLT Plug Delivery Inc.

The introduction of anti-glaucoma medications has reduced the need for filtration surgery, according to study results published online ahead of print by Eye.

Following the conclusion of the five-year extension of their agreement, Carl Zeiss Meditech has acquired all manufacturing assets from Welch Allyn of their glaucoma diagnostic products, including the Humphrey FDT Visual Field Instrument.

A greater number of mast cells are present in the conjunctiva of glaucoma patients who have undergone ocular surgery, possibly leading to increased scarring, according to study results published online ahead of print by Eye.

Generic versions of dorzolamide-timolol (Cosopt) and dorzolamide hydrochloride (Trusopt; Merck) are now available from Prasco.

Although both latanoprost and timolol-dorzolamide fixed combination (TDFC) decrease 24-hour intraocular pressure (IOP) and enhance diastolic ocular perfusion pressure (DOPP) in primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) patients, their mechanisms of action are different, according to study results published online by Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science.

Bleb creation and modification should be viewed as any other construction project, according to Dr Andrew Iwach.

Dr Philippe Denis & Dr Thierry Zeyen explain why they feel that a new fixed combination, Azarga, could soon become the therapy of choice.

Those suffering from thyroid disorders may also be at increased risk of glaucoma, according to study results published online ahead of print by the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

On World Sight Day, Windows to Health, the Pfizer UK initiative to promote regular eye test attendance, unveiled results of the All Eyes on Glaucoma survey, which highlighted the UK's ignorance around glaucoma and its prevention.