Retina specialists are shifting from povidone iodine to chlorhexidine to prevent infections after eye injections. A new study says either approach is effective. Medscape Medical News
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Australia’s Integrated Primary Care Centres: Worth the Wait
Australia’s recent funding of UCC models in IPCCs, informed by the successes and failures of international models, is showing signs of success. Medscape
Allergic Diseases Tied to Increased Risk for Optic Neuritis
Individuals with allergic diseases, particularly allergic rhinitis, have a higher risk of developing optic neuritis than those without such conditions, a recent study shows. Medscape Medical News
COVID Linked to Eye Issues, but Vaccine Offers Protection
COVID is tied to a greater prevalence of some neuro-ophthalmic complications than is influenza, but COVID vaccines are linked to a lower risk for posterior-segment complications, a new study shows. Medscape Medical News
COVID Linked to Eye Issues, But Vaccine Offers Protection
COVID is tied to a greater prevalence of some neuro-ophthalmic complications than is influenza, but COVID vaccines are linked to a lower risk for posterior-segment complications, a new study shows. Medscape Medical News
How Luxury Medicine Redefines Value and Patient Trust
Luxury-market tactics can help any specialty elevate perceived value, patient experience, and loyalty, says a healthcare luxury specialist. Medscape Medical News
Long-Term Control of NMOSD With Ravulizumab
For neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, long-term follow-up with a second-generation complement inhibitor shows an unprecedented level of disease control at 3 years. Medscape Medical News
Mutation-Agnostic Gene Therapy May Restore Vision in RP
The MCO-010 vector uses surviving cells in the retina to produce a photosensitive protein that may help patients regain some vision despite a loss of typical photoreceptors. Medscape Medical News
Ophthalmologists Often First to Spot Ocular Syphilis
Ocular syphilis is re-emerging in Europe and is often first detected by ophthalmologists, with acute placoid chorioretinitis being a common manifestation. Medscape News UK
Key Predictors of Long-Term Outcomes in Childhood Glaucoma
Measuring visual acuity and intraocular pressure at 5 years after diagnosis, and checking for conditions such as nystagmus and angle closure, can predict long-term outcomes in pediatric glaucoma. Medscape Medical News
Can Metformin Protect Against Macular Degeneration?
Use of metformin does not appear to be associated with the development or progression of age-related macular degeneration, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Racial Differences Found in Dupilumab Side-Effect Profiles
A retrospective chart review finds that Black patients with atopic dermatitis report fewer dupilumab-associated adverse events than White patients. Medscape Medical News
Gene Therapy Shows Signal for Improving Retinal Function
Patients with potentially blinding retinitis pigmentosa recover retinal sensitivity 3 years after receiving a gene therapy targeting the causal mutation. Medscape Medical News
Glaucoma Linked to Increased Risk for Dementia
Glaucoma is linked to an increased risk for dementia, with the strength of the association depending on the forms of glaucoma and dementia and the APOE genotype, according to a retrospective study. Medscape Medical News
Aflibercept 8 mg Shows Gains in Previously Untreated AMD
Patients with age-related macular degeneration who are new to treatment experience gains in vision and anatomical markers 6 months after starting high-dose aflibercept, a study shows. Medscape Medical News
Preservative-Free Eye Gel Matches Standard Glaucoma Care
Preservative-free bimatoprost gel is noninferior to the preserved form of the drug solution for lowering intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Preservative-Free Eye Gel Matches Standard Glaucoma Care
Preservative-free bimatoprost gel is noninferior to the preserved form of the drug solution for lowering intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Study Supports Earlier Start for Geographic Atrophy Drug
Patients who start on pegcetacoplan for geographic atrophy at the outset of a 4-year study retain almost three times more macular tissue than those who wait to begin treatment. Medscape Medical News
AREDS Vitamins Show No Effect in Geographic Atrophy
An analysis of pivotal phase 3 trials shows supplements to arrest age-related macular degeneration have no effect on geographic atrophy. Medscape Medical News
Eye Surgery Follow-Ups: Does a Day Make a Difference?
Follow-up visits on the day of surgery may offer patients greater flexibility without sacrificing safety, a study shows. Medscape Medical News