Ophthalmology Times Europe November 2021

This three-part feature discusses tips for success when getting started with toric IOLs. Part 2 tackles calculating toric IOL sphere and cylinder power; though it can seem daunting when treating astigmatism, the process can be simplified with a few key considerations.

A gel stent allows for less invasive subconjunctival procedures and an easier recovery course than traditional forms of minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.

Patients desire spectacle independence at all distances. Early experience with a recently launched IOL suggests that it can satisfy their demands for extended depth of vision.

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.

Ophthalmologists’ close proximity to patients put them at higher risk of contracting the virus.

Evidence shows that higher corneal sensitivity may be associated with pain phenotypes, such as the presence of chronic pain involving the trigeminal system.

Cataract surgery on very small children presents some unique challenges that can be overcome with the use of a femtosecond laser.

The POAAGG study in African Americans gives insights into the effect of glaucoma on this population and provides data that could lead to gene therapies.

New serological biomarkers could characterise Sjögren’s syndrome better than traditionally used autoantibodies.