Repeat Laser Trabeculoplasty for Intraocular Pressure ControlRepeat Laser Trabeculoplasty for Intraocular Pressure Control
In eyes with open-angle glaucoma that have already had successful initial selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT), repeat SLT can restore intraocular pressure (IOP) control, new research suggests. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - February 17, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Signs of AMD Regress With Statin TreatmentSigns of AMD Regress With Statin Treatment
High-risk signs of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) regress with intensive statin treatment, according to results from a pilot interventional study. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - February 16, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Corneal Inlay Implantation Complicated by KeratitisCorneal Inlay Implantation Complicated by Keratitis
The authors report on several cases of infectious keratitis after corneal inlay implantation for presbyopia -- and discuss prevention and management strategies for this complication. The British Journal of Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - February 11, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Journal Article Source Type: news
Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery: Two Roads Merging Into OneGlaucoma and Cataract Surgery: Two Roads Merging Into One
In this review, the benefits and challenges of cataract surgery for managing coexisting glaucoma and cataracts are discussed. Current Opinion in Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - February 4, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Journal Article Source Type: news
Blue Light From Screens, Bulbs Won't Damage RetinaBlue Light From Screens, Bulbs Won't Damage Retina
Despite concerns that staring at devices putting out high amounts of the blue light wavelength could damage human retinas, a recent study finds that most devices put out less of that light than the blue sky on a clear day. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - February 3, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Anti-VEGF Therapy for Persistent Diabetic Macular EdemaAnti-VEGF Therapy for Persistent Diabetic Macular Edema
In patients with persistent diabetic macular edema (DME), there may be long-term benefits to be gained from continuing with anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) therapy, according to a post hoc analysis of a Diabetic Retinopathy Clinical Research (DRCR) Network trial. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 29, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Intraocular Lens Pipeline Yields Increasing OptionsIntraocular Lens Pipeline Yields Increasing Options
In addition to existing premium lenses, each with unique advantages and disadvantages, ophthalmologists will soon have access to even more promising technologies for treating presbyopia. Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 27, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Article Source Type: news
Phaco Surgery Poised to Enter a More Virtual FuturePhaco Surgery Poised to Enter a More Virtual Future
Increasing demand has created a groundswell of innovation, ranging from 3D surgical interfaces to remote technology that can place ophthalmologists half a world away from their patients. Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 22, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Article Source Type: news
Dry Eye and DepressionDry Eye and Depression
Is there a relationship between dry eye and depression; and, if so, which came first? A new study attempts to answer these questions. Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 19, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Viewpoint Source Type: news
Is Cataract Surgery Safe for Patients With Wet AMD?Is Cataract Surgery Safe for Patients With Wet AMD?
Does cataract surgery contribute to the progression of wet age-related macular degeneration? Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 19, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Viewpoint Source Type: news
Surgical Options for the Correction of PresbyopiaSurgical Options for the Correction of Presbyopia
This review examines the benefits and drawbacks of various strategies for the surgical correction of presbyopia. The British Journal of Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 14, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Journal Article Source Type: news
The Best of RetinaThe Best of Retina
From anti-VEGF agents to emerging therapies for proliferative vitreoretinopathy, some of the best presentations in retina from this year's American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting are reviewed. Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 12, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Commentary Source Type: news
No Long-Term Benefit From Intravitreal Bevacizumab in Neovascular Glaucoma: StudyNo Long-Term Benefit From Intravitreal Bevacizumab in Neovascular Glaucoma: Study
Intravitreal bevacizumab does not alter the long-term outcomes of neovascular glaucoma (NVG), so panretinal photocoagulation (PRP) should remain the mainstay of treatment, according to a retrospective study. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 11, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Ophthalmic Surgery: What's Hot Outside the United StatesOphthalmic Surgery: What's Hot Outside the United States
Five of the most breathtaking developments in ophthalmic surgery that are currently being investigated in Europe are presented. Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 8, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Commentary Source Type: news
Disparities Found Between Fundus Photography and OCT in DMEDisparities Found Between Fundus Photography and OCT in DME
Many eyes diagnosed with diabetic macular edema using monocular fundus photography would not be diagnosed with the condition using optical coherence tomography, and vice versa. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - January 8, 2016 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
