Resveratrol and quercetin protect from Benzo(a)pyrene-induced autophagy in retinal pigment epithelial cells
ConclusionB(a)p exposure caused autophagy in ARPE-19 cells, but did not induce apoptosis. RES and QR treatments prevented B(a)p-induced autophagy. Therefore, RES and QR treatments showed protective effect against potential degenerative diseases caused by chronic exposure to B(a)p. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 6, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Influence of anterior chamber depth and vault on anterior chamber angle morphology after phakic posterior chamber intraocular lens implantation
ConclusionsPosterior chamber intraocular lens implantation results in ACA narrowing, the extent of which is contingent upon preoperative anterior chamber and ACA morphology, with additional influence from vault magnitude. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 6, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Corneal endothelial cell loss and intraocular pressure following phacoemulsification using a new viscous-cohesive ophthalmic viscosurgical device
ConclusionsViscoat and FR-Pro have comparable results following phacoemulsification surgery, suggesting that while FR-Pro is not a dispersive OVD, its endothelial cell protection may be comparable to one, perhaps due to the addition of sorbitol. Furthermore, a one-month follow-up of ECC seems sufficient in such trials. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 6, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Actinic conjunctivitis and its relationship with prurigo in an indigenous population from the Highlands of Chiapas, Mexico
ConclusionsAC may be the initial or sole manifestation of AP. Most AC cases (87%) were initially observed at the advanced stages of the disease. Although solar exposure was not associated with late AC stages, a positive association was found with farm animal exposure. Evaporative dry eye associated with meibomian gland dysfunction has not been previously reported in patients with AC. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 5, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
The effects of self-video feedback on the eyedrop instillation techniques of glaucoma patients: a prospective randomized controlled trial
ConclusionsIn patients with glaucoma, education on the method of instillation was effective in improving the techniques of instillation. In the items that required accurate actions, the video feedback that allowed the patient to observe themselves had a better improvement effect compared to the traditional education method.Trial registration numberKCT0008090 (09/01/2023, retrospectively registered). (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 5, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Orbital septum attachment site on the levator aponeurosis sling for mild congenital blepharoptosis
ConclusionsCompared with the shortening of levator palpebrae superioris (LPS) and pleating of LPS, the OSASLA sling is a less invasive, more effective, and easy-operating surgery for mild congenital blepharoptosis. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 5, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Association between metformin use and the risk of developing open-angle glaucoma among patients with diabetes: a retrospective cohort study and meta-analysis
ConclusionWe found no significant association between metformin use and OAG incidence in patients with T2DM in this population-based cohort study and meta-analysis. Further studies are needed to investigate the association between metformin use and the risk of OAG among patients with T2DM. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 5, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Subthreshold micropulse diode laser treatment in diabetic macular edema: biological impact, therapeutic effects, and safety
ConclusionSMPL has a slow onset and produces lasting clinical effects similar to conventional photocoagulation. It has been reported that SMPL combined with the intravitreal anti-VEGF injection can significantly reduce the number of injections without influencing the therapeutic effect, which is essential for clinical applications and research. Although 577 nm SMPL is widely used clinically, there are no standardized protocols for SMPL. Additionally, some important problems regarding the treatment of SMPL require further discussion and exploration. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 3, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Evaluation of early period changes in intraocular pressure, ocular biometry and anterior segment after upper eyelid blepharoplasty
ConclusionThis study includes important insights into the potential acute phase impact of blepharoplasty surgery on ocular findings. Patients undergoing upper eyelid surgery should be informed about the possible change in ocular biometric parameters, intraocular pressure, and pupil diameter. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 3, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
In vivo assessment of the ocular biomechanical properties in patients with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus
Conclusions In iNPH patients, the CH was significantly lower compared to healthy subjects. This result suggests that ocular biomechanical properties may potentially contribute to the risk of development of glaucomatous optic nerve damage in iNPH patients. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - February 2, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Baseline characteristics associated with the incidence of intraocular inflammation after the intravitreous injection of brolucizumab
ConclusionA number of previous anti-VEGF injections greater than 14 and an LFCP value more than 15 pc/ms might be useful predictors of the incidence of IOI after IVBr in eyes with nAMD. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - December 3, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Postoperative intraocular lens stability following cataract surgery with or without primary posterior continuous curvilinear capsulorrhexis: an intra-individual randomized controlled trial
ConclusionsComparable IOL tilt, decentration, ACD and refractive prediction error were observed in PPCCC eyes with that underwent routine cataract surgery. Little IOL position fluctuation and good visual acuity were shown in PPCCC group over time. Trail registration: The study was registered at the Chinese Clinical Trial Register Center on May 27th, 2020 (protocol code ChiCTR2000033304, 27/05/2020). (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - December 1, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Repeatability and reliability of semi-automated anterior segment-optical coherence tomography imaging compared to manual analysis in normal and keratoconus eyes
ConclusionsSemi-automated tools may provide the necessary efficiency for point-of-care quantitative corneal analysis of raw AS-OCT images. The semi-automated EyeMark Python program offers a repeatable and reliable tool compared to manual ImageJ analysis for measuring anterior segment structures from AS-OCT images among individuals with keratoconus. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - December 1, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
The effect of online visual games on visual perception, oculomotor, and balance skills of children with developmental dyslexia during the COVID-19 pandemic
ConclusionOnline visual games enhanced oculomotor and visual perception skills in children with dyslexia but did not influence balance skills. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - December 1, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Efficacy and safety of primary customized phacoemulsification combined with goniosynechialysis for refractory acute primary angle closure
ConclusionsPrimary customized phaco-GSL is a safe and effective surgical management strategy for patients with refractory APAC and high IOP. (Source: International Ophthalmology)
Source: International Ophthalmology - December 1, 2023 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
