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Autologous scleral flap technique to repair exposed sutures after transscleral suture fixation of an intraocular lens
We describe a novel autologous scleral flap to cover an exposed 10–0 polypropylene suture. This technique requires no exogenous graft material and avoids the risks of intraocular manipulation of the lens. Every effort should be made to avoid external exposure of the suture, but in cases that develop suture erosion, an autologous scleral flap may be a useful intervention. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Aliyah Hadi Alameri Donald Ural Stone Source Type: research

Frequency of cataract in Iran: A meta-analysis and systematic review
CONCLUSION: Regarding the high frequency of clinical cataract in Iran, it seems that paying attention to the results of the current study and the application of international policy plans may contribute to better cataract control in Iran. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Hosien Shahdadi Mohammad Naim Aminifard Abbas Balouchi Hosein Rafiemanesh Jasem Allahyari Source Type: research

Bacterial flora of the conjunctiva one year after dacryocystorhinostomy
CONCLUSION: One year after DCR, conjunctival bacterial isolation rate increased compared with the normal fellow eyes. Remote DCR may be considered as a local risk factor for developing postoperative endophthalmitis. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Naser Owji Alireza Zareifard Source Type: research

Relationship between refraction, anthropometrics, and educational status in a nigerian young adult population
CONCLUSION: This study demonstrated a significant positive relationship between height and myopia in male participants but not in females. Individual as well as parental higher levels of education have also shown a positive association with myopic tendency. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Sarat A Badmus Ayotunde I Ajaiyeoba Bernice O Adegbehingbe Oluwatoyin H Onakpoya Adenike O Adeoye Sanyaolu A Ameye Source Type: research

Causes of permanent severe visual impairment and blindness among Jordanian population
CONCLUSIONS: Genetic diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma were the dominant causes of blindness among adults, while whole-globe malformation, ROP, and retinal dystrophies were the dominant causes of childhood blindness. These major causes of blindness should be considered in future public health and nongovernmental organizations strategies for blindness prevention in Jordan. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Basel Turki Baarah Raed Ali Shatnawi Ahmed Essa Khatatbeh Source Type: research

Choroidal haller & #39;s and sattler & #39;s layers thickness in normal Indian eyes
CONCLUSION: This is the first study describing the choroidal sublayer thickness, i.e., Haller's and Sattler's layer thickness along with CT in healthy Indian population. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Rupak Roy Kumar Saurabh Chinmayi Vyas Kaustubh Deshmukh Preeti Sharma Dhileesh P Chandrasekharan Aditya Bansal Source Type: research

Accommodation, convergence, and stereopsis in dyslexic schoolchildren
CONCLUSION: Our findings showed a reduced monocular and binocular NPA in dyslexic children so that this function should be assessed by an optometric clinician in children with dyslexia. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Monireh Feizabadi Ebrahim Jafarzadehpur Majid Akrami Source Type: research

Comparison of goldmann applanation, noncontact air puff, and tono-pen XL tonometry in normal controls versus glaucoma patients at a university hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
CONCLUSION: IOP measurements were approved among the three devices with relatively higher readings using both NTC and TPXL. All three methods are required to address different situations that present in the daily clinical and surgical practice. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Essam A Osman Priscilla W Gikandi Abdul-Rahman A Al-Jasser Majeedah Alotaibi Ahmed Mousa Source Type: research

Intravitreal bevacizumab with or without triamcinolone for wet age-related macular degeneration: Twelve-month results of a prospective, randomized investigation
CONCLUSION: Our results suggest that the synergistic effect of intravitreal triamcinolone and IVB for treatment of neovascular AMD shows itself most apparently after 8 months of follow-up. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - May 18, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Qader Motarjemizadeh Naser Samadi Aidenloo Mohammad Abbaszadeh Vahid Sadrinia Source Type: research

Demographic and clinical features of pediatric uveitis at a tertiary referral center in Iran
Mahmood Dhahir Al-MendalawiMiddle East African Journal of Ophthalmology 2017 24(4):222-222 (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - January 12, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Mahmood Dhahir Al-Mendalawi Source Type: research

Cytomegalovirus retinitis as a presenting feature of multisystem disorder: Dyskeratosis congenita
Swapnil Parchand, Adarsh BarwadMiddle East African Journal of Ophthalmology 2017 24(4):219-221Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis is an opportunistic infection commonly seen in disorders that affect the immune system of the body such as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and hematological malignancies such as leukemia/lymphoma or organ transplantation. The occurrence of CMV retinitis in the absence of such condition should be thoroughly investigated, as it is a strong indicator of poor immune competence. We here report an interesting case of CMV retinitis as a presenting feature of rare multisystem disorder “Dyske...
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - January 12, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Swapnil Parchand Adarsh Barwad Source Type: research

Localized trichiasis causing focal full-thickness corneal edema, endothelial cell loss, and corneal scarring requiring penetrating keratoplasty
Tiffany Sara Liu, Seth MeskinMiddle East African Journal of Ophthalmology 2017 24(4):216-218The purpose of the study was to report a case of focal trichiasis causing full-thickness corneal edema, scarring, and endothelial cell loss requiring penetrating keratoplasty (PK). A 66-year-old male was referred for trichiasis of the right upper eyelid corresponding to an area of full-thickness corneal edema. No keratic precipitates or guttata was noted. Specular microscopy showed diffuse endothelial cell loss. He was treated with topical steroids and acyclovir with epilation of lashes. Anterior chamber paracentesis was negative fo...
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - January 12, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Tiffany Sara Liu Seth Meskin Source Type: research

Aeromonas Salmonicida as a causative agent for postoperative endophthalmitis
We report a case of a 55-year-old female who presented with pain, redness, and profound visual loss in her right eye 2 weeks after cataract surgery. An ophthalmic examination showed light perception vision, corneal edema with severe anterior chamber reaction and hypopyon, exudative membranes on the anterior lens surface, and dense vitreous exudates. Under the impression of acute postoperative exogenous endophthalmitis, immediate pars plana vitrectomy with culture of vitreous aspirate and intravitreal antibiotic injections were performed. Bacterial growth was observed on culture plates and broths which were identified as Ae...
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - January 12, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Abhishek Varshney Manmath Das Priyanka Chaudhary Rashmi Kumari Kusha Yadav Source Type: research

Assessment of annual diabetic eye examination using telemedicine technology among underserved patients in primary care setting
CONCLUSIONS: Adherence to annual eye examinations is low in the studied Medicaid diabetic population. Telemedicine technology in a primary care setting can increase compliance with annual eye examinations. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - January 12, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Elham Hatef Miriam Alexander Bruce G Vanderver Peter Fagan Michael Albert Source Type: research

Comparison of the efficacy of carboxymethylcellulose 0.5 & #37;, hydroxypropyl-guar containing polyethylene glycol 400/propylene glycol, and hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose 0.3 & #37; tear substitutes in improving ocular surface disease index in cases of dry eye
CONCLUSIONS: Hydroxypropyl-guar containing PEG/PG and HPMC as tear substitutes are better than CMC. While HPMC was comparable to PEG/PG in subjective improvement, the objective improvement was not consistent. (Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology - January 12, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Prafulla K Maharana Sapna Raghuwanshi Ashish K Chauhan Vaishali G Rai Rajesh Pattebahadur Source Type: research