Contact Lens Wearers Have Unique Eye MicrobesContact Lens Wearers Have Unique Eye Microbes
People who wear contact lenses have different microorganisms living on the surface of their eyes than those who do not, according to new research. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - June 6, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Internal Medicine News Source Type: news
Metformin May Lower Risk of Glaucoma in ElderlyMetformin May Lower Risk of Glaucoma in Elderly
Metformin, in addition to lowering blood sugar, may also reduce the risk of open-angle glaucoma, a new study suggests. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - June 5, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Smartphone App Shows Promise for Visual Acuity TestingSmartphone App Shows Promise for Visual Acuity Testing
A smartphone-based application was comparable to standard charts used for visual acuity testing in a new study. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - June 4, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Systemic Complications Are Common in Sjögren SyndromeSystemic Complications Are Common in Sjögren Syndrome
A retrospective review of patients with Sjogren syndrome underlines the need for ophthalmologists to screen for this disorder as soon as its tell-tale signs present. Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - June 2, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Viewpoint Source Type: news
Glaucoma Commonly Follows Congenital Cataract Removal in InfantsGlaucoma Commonly Follows Congenital Cataract Removal in Infants
Glaucoma commonly follows cataract removal in infants, regardless of whether they receive intraocular lenses (IOL) or contact lenses, according to results from the Infant Aphakia Treatment Study (IATS). Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - June 1, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Bungee Cord Trauma to the EyeBungee Cord Trauma to the Eye
What did an elastic cord injury do to this man's eye? Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - May 28, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Case Challenge Source Type: news
Severe Vision Loss Linked to Poverty in CDC StudySevere Vision Loss Linked to Poverty in CDC Study
The prevalence of severe vision loss was highest in the poorest counties in the South. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - May 28, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
The Girl With Roving EyesThe Girl With Roving Eyes
This little girl has more going on than meets the eye. Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - May 21, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Case Challenge Source Type: news
Novel Anticoagulants May Not Boost Intraocular Bleeding RiskNovel Anticoagulants May Not Boost Intraocular Bleeding Risk
Compared to other antithrombotic drugs, novel oral anticoagulants (NOACs) do not pose an extra risk of substantial intraocular bleeding, according to Portuguese researchers. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - May 18, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Internal Medicine News Source Type: news
Ebola Virus Persists in Eyes Months After Clearing BloodEbola Virus Persists in Eyes Months After Clearing Blood
Survivors need ophthalmological follow-up for eye disease, but the incidence of ocular complications is unknown. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - May 8, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Premium Intraocular Lenses Growing in PopularityPremium Intraocular Lenses Growing in Popularity
More patients with presbyopia might benefit from intraocular lenses, say experts, who report that the lenses might even be useful for patients younger than cataract age. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - May 7, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
OCT Angiography May Better Diagnose, Manage Retinal DiseaseOCT Angiography May Better Diagnose, Manage Retinal Disease
Experts say the new methods are a 'significant breakthrough' and will likely change practice in the next 10 years. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - April 30, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Conventional Surgery as Good as Catalys, LenSx for CataractsConventional Surgery as Good as Catalys, LenSx for Cataracts
Refractive outcomes are not significantly different when patients are treated with conventional or femtosecond laser-assisted surgery, a new study has shown. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - April 24, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Most Ophthalmologists Think They Are UnderpaidMost Ophthalmologists Think They Are Underpaid
Ophthalmologists report average compensation and are more or less satisfied with their careers, results of a Medscape annual survey suggest. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - April 21, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) 2015 SymposiumAmerican Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) 2015 Symposium
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from ASCRS 2015 Medscape Ophthalmology (Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - April 21, 2015 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Conference Coverage Source Type: news
