Future Ophthalmology Practice Pattern: A Survey of Saudi Board of Ophthalmology Residents
ConclusionIncreasing interest in joining fellowship training programs (mostly in surgical subspecialties) and being involved in research activities among current generation of ophthalmology residents have been observed compared to a previous cohort study in the same country. (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - January 17, 2019 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Primary dedifferentiated liposarcoma of the orbit, a rare entity: report of a case and review of literature
We presented a case of DDL arising in the the left orbit (fourth case of primary orbital DDL described), free from disease after 5-year follow-up. Clinical history, treatment, and characteristics of the presented case were described and discussed in the light of how reported in the literature, in the attempt to bring further insight in the nature and management of this rare pathological entity. (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - January 16, 2019 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Infectious crystalline keratopathy: management of three cases with different risk factors
We present the management of three cases of infectious crystalline keratopathy. The first one, in a 46-year-old patient with two previous penetrating keratoplasties; the second one, in a 46-year-old patient with chronic alcoholism and limbal insufficiency; and the third one, in a 70-year-old patient with bullous keratopathy. Other systemic conditions that may mimic infectious crystalline keratopathy, such as multiple myeloma, gout or cystinosis were ruled out on each patient by laboratory testing. The cases were managed with topical or topical and systemic treatment that led to the disappearance of the symptoms. Infectious...
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - January 15, 2019 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Primary vitreoretinal lymphoma
Publication date: Available online 14 January 2019Source: Saudi Journal of OphthalmologyAuthor(s): Dimitrios Kalogeropoulos, Georgios Vartholomatos, Arijit Mitra, Ibrahim Elaraoud, Soon Wai Ch'ng, Anastasia Zikou, Alexandra Papoudou-Bai, Marilita M. Moschos, Panagiotis Kanavaros, Chris KalogeropoulosAbstractPrimary vitreoretinal lymphoma (PVRL) is a rare ocular lymphoid malignancy, which consists a subset of primary central system lymphoma (PCNSL) and the most common type of intraocular lymphoma. The involvement of eyes is estimated to be approximately 20% of PCNSL, but the brain involvement may be up to 80% of PVRL. Typic...
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - January 15, 2019 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Effect of intraoperative trypan blue on lens epithelial cells – Histomorphological analysis
DiscussionOur study demonstrated that direct staining of the internal surface of anterior capsule with trypan blue affected LECs and the basement membrane. There were reduction in cell density, irreversible degeneration of Lens Epithelial Cells and basement membrane edema. Hence treating the internal surface of capsular bag with trypan blue may reduce incidence of Posterior capsular opacification. (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - January 11, 2019 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
An unusual case of penetrating eye injury caused by a bird: A case report with review of the pertinent literature
Publication date: Available online 7 January 2019Source: Saudi Journal of OphthalmologyAuthor(s): Eman M. Al-Sharif, Abdullah S. AlkharashiAbstractPenetrating eye injuries caused by bird pecking are uncommon with less than 40 cases reported in the literature. In this article, we present a case of penetrating ocular injury caused by a bird along with pertinent literature review. An otherwise healthy 56-year old man presented to the emergency department complaining of right eye severe pain and decreased vision following trauma caused by a bittern bird. The patient was diagnosed with penetrating ocular injury & he underwent p...
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - January 8, 2019 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Spontaneous glaucoma drainage device extrusion after early postoperative orbital cellulitis – case report and literature review
Publication date: Available online 7 January 2019Source: Saudi Journal of OphthalmologyAuthor(s): Abdulrahman AlDarrab, Abdullah AlBahlal, Mohammed Dibaji, Abdulrahman AlZaid, Ibrahim AlJadaan, Sahar Elkhamary, Silvana SchelliniAbstractA 70-year-old glaucoma patient who underwent Ahmed Glaucoma Valve (AGV) implantation developed orbital cellulitis (OC) 5 days postoperatively. On presentation, the valve was not exposed and no intraocular involvement was noted. After successful treatment of OC with intravenous and oral antibiotics, the patient presented to the clinic with the AGV completely extruded from the eye. There are o...
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - January 8, 2019 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
“Effect of Intraoperative Trypan Blue on Lens Epithelial Cells - Histomorphological Analysis.”
DiscussionOur study demonstrated that direct staining of the internal surface of anterior capsule with trypan blue affected LECs and the basement membrane. There were reduction in cell density, irreversible degeneration of Lens Epithelial Cells and basement membrane edema. Hence treating the internal surface of capsular bag with trypan blue may reduce incidence of Posterior capsular opacification. (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - January 8, 2019 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
TEMPORARY REMOVAL: Prevalence of amblyopia and its impact on the academic performance of male medical students in Southern Saudi Arabia
Publication date: October–December 2018Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology, Volume 32, Issue 4Author(s): Khalid A. Fayi, Dhafer S. Alahmari, Dhafer S. Alamri, Yahya H. Al-FalkiThe publisher regrets that this article has been temporarily removed. A replacement will appear as soon as possible in which the reason for the removal of the article will be specified, or the article will be reinstated.The full Elsevier Policy on Article Withdrawal can be found at https://www.elsevier.com/about/our-business/policies/article-withdrawal. (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - December 22, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Outcomes of Canaliculotomy in Recalcitrant Canaliculitis
ConclusionCanaliculotomy is a safe and effective method for management of recalcitrant canaliculitis with a success rate of 85%. Presence of concretions was associated with higher risk of recurrence in our study. (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - December 22, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Retraction notice to “Choroidal osteoma with CNVM – Successful treatment with intravitreal Bevacizumab” [Saudi J Ophthalmol 25 (2011) 199–202]
Publication date: October–December 2018Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology, Volume 32, Issue 4Author(s): Guruprasad S. Ayachit, Neeraj Pandey, Vandana Dwivedi (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - December 20, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
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Publication date: October–December 2018Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology, Volume 32, Issue 4Author(s): (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - December 20, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Orbital Solitary Fibrous Tumor. A painless mass after a dacryochystorhinostomy
Publication date: Available online 17 December 2018Source: Saudi Journal of OphthalmologyAuthor(s): Maria Araújo, Tânia Borges, Yolanda Mahia, Vânia Lages, António PereiraAbstractThe solitary fibrous tumor (STF) is a rare spindle cell tumor that most often occurs in the pleura, mediastinum and other serosal sites, but it can be found anywhere.[1] The authors present a case report of a 35-year-old male who was submitted to an eventless left external dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) due to epiphora. During the surgery no tumors or anomalous tissues were visualized. Five months later the patient presented a painless mass at th...
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - December 17, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Initial misdiagnosis of Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease
ConclusionThe initial diagnosis of patients with VKH disease was incorrect in 9 % of the cases. Delay in the diagnosis of VKH disease may lead to delay in management and may cause irreversible damage to the photoreceptors with poor visual outcome. (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - December 8, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
Nd:YAG laser therapy for non-resolving premacular subhyaloid hemorrhage in Saudi patients
ConclusionTo our knowledge, this is the first study to report the outcomes of NYPH for non-resolving PMSHH in Saudi cases. In this small cases series, the procedure seems to be safe, effective, simple, cheap, and non-invasive treatment modality for this disorder that is conducted in the outpatient setting. We think it should be considered as a first option for cases of SHH covering the fovea due to various aetiologies. (Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology)
Source: Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology - December 8, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: research
