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Dr. Roger Steinert and Dr. Mark Blumenkranz talk about how lasers have changed — and are changing — ophthalmology.
Month: November 2013
Zinc supplementation improves bone density in patients with thalassemia: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial
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Geographical differences found in causes of blindness worldwide
A new study has revealed that the proportion of vision impairment and blindness worldwide that is caused by cataract and macular degeneration varies geographically. The findings are published in The Lancet Global Health.
Maternal knowledge following nutrition behavior change communication is conditional upon both health workers’ knowledge and knowledge sharing efficacy in rural Haiti
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Understanding What the ACA Means for Ophthalmology
Dr. Roger Steinert queries ASCRS government relations representatives about the healthcare changes taking place, and how they will affect the practice of ophthalmology. Medscape Ophthalmology
Femtosecond Laser: Why We Need It for Cataract Surgery
With much experience using femto for cataract surgery, Dr. Burkhard Dick explains why femto is the way to go. Medscape Ophthalmology
Outcomes of Upper Eyelid Reconstruction – Corrected Proof
Although numerous operative options are available, upper eyelid reconstruction is often challenging. The reconstructive process needs to ensure that the structure and function of the upper eyelid are maintained to prevent complications, such as a sigh…
Adaptive Optics Imaging shows Rescue of Macula Cone Photoreceptors – Corrected Proof
Advanced age-related macular degeneration and inherited macular diseases remain largely untreatable. Clinical trials using stem cell transplantation have recently commenced and mark a further step in introducing cellular therapy for these diseases. Ear…
Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty Using Fresh versus Cryopreserved Corneas – Corrected Proof
Deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) requires less stringent criteria for donor tissue quality, which is important in countries with a shortage of donor corneas. Long-term corneal preservation was initially introduced to protect the living endoth…
Small-incision lenticule extraction largely predictable, speaker says
NEW ORLEANS — Patient- and surgery-related parameters had a minimal effect on the safety, efficacy and predictability of small-incision lenticule extraction for myopia, according to a study presented here.Jesper Hjortdal, MD, presented results during the Journal of Refractive Surgery’s Hot, Hotter and Hottest: Late Breaking News session on Refractive Subspecialty Day preceding the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting.Hjortdal’s presentation was based on a paper that was awarded the Journal of Refractive Surgery’s annual Waring Medal.
Bio-Tissue introduces two new biologic corneal bandage devices
NEW ORLEANS — Bio-Tissue introduced two next-generation biologic corneal bandage devices, Prokera Slim and Prokera Plus, here.“Cryopreserved amniotic membranes really represent a game changer that many of us in our careers have only witnessed once, but in this era, we have actually witnessed it many times. This is changing everything that we know about treating ocular surface disease,” Neel Desai, MD, said at a Bio-Tissue symposium.
RIDE, RISE extension study shows stable visual outcomes
NEW ORLEANS — A long-term open-label extension of the RIDE and RISE trials showed sustained gains in visual acuity in patients receiving ranibizumab for diabetic macular edema, according to a poster presented here.“The safety profile of ranibizumab in the open-label extension appeared similar to that observed in the controlled core studies, based on the types of [adverse events] reported,” David S. Boyer, MD, and colleagues reported in the poster at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting.The RIDE and RISE trials included 759 patients with DME who received intravitreal injections of (Read more...)
Femtosecond cataract surgery causes less capsular bag shrinkage than standard surgery
NEW ORLEANS — There was significantly less capsular bag shrinkage up to 12 weeks after femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery compared with standard cataract surgery, according to a poster presentation here.The prospective, randomized trial included 106 eyes of 53 patients who underwent either standard cataract surgery or laser cataract surgery with the Catalys (OptiMedica). Postoperative capsular bag diameter was the primary outcome measure. A capsular measuring ring was implanted in all eyes after anterior capsulotomy of 5 mm, the poster said at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting.
Speaker: System helps guide placement of toric IOLs
NEW ORLEANS — A speaker here said that the ORA System can measure the true total of astigmatic error in the eye in guiding toric IOL placement. “What I saw is that my toric cases were really being accurately targeted, so I started doing torics on everybody, and since incorporating ORA, I’ve seen a dramatic improvement in my toric refractive result,” Tal Raviv, MD, said at the ORA System Symposium, sponsored by WaveTec Vision.
Comprehensive genetic diagnostic test for inherited eye diseases from Mass. Eye and Ear
The Massachusetts Eye and Ear/Harvard Medical School Department of Ophthalmology today announced the availability of a comprehensive genetic diagnostic test for inherited eye diseases.
Corticosteroid added to standard treatment improves eyesight in patients with sudden vision loss
Nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) is one of the leading causes of sudden and irreversible loss of vision in older adults.
Femtosecond Laser: Why We Need It for Cataract Surgery
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With much experience using femto for cataract surgery, Dr. Burkhard Dick explains why femto is the way to go.
Understanding What the ACA Means for Ophthalmology
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Dr. Roger Steinert queries ASCRS government relations representatives about the healthcare changes taking place, and how they will affect the practice of ophthal…
Physicians Who Dislike EHRs Cite Lower Productivity
Only 42% of physicians said in a recent survey they were satisfied with their digital charts, and not because they were seeing more patients. Medscape Medical News
Older adults experience more vision difficulties at home
Adults have better vision in clinics rather than at home, due to poor home lighting, according to a study by Anjali M. Bhorade, M.D., MSCI, of the Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, and colleagues. Clinicians often assume that vision …