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Eclipse 2017: Here Comes the Solar Retinopathy

by Medscape • 2017/08/17 • 0 Comments

Despite all the warnings, patients may view the solar eclipse without proper protection. Be on alert for signs and symptoms of solar retinopathy, says a specialist. Medscape Optometry

by Medscape • 2017/08/15 • 0 Comments

OPT-302, a new vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) inhibitor, appears to be safe and shows signs it could slow the progression of neovascular age-related macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News

by Medscape • 2017/08/14 • 0 Comments

The solar eclipse that will be visible in the United States on August 21 could cause solar retinopathy if viewers don’t take precautions, specialists warn. Medscape Medical News

by Medscape • 2017/08/14 • 0 Comments

Anti-vascular endothelial growth factor treatments do not work as well in the clinic as they do in trials for diabetic macular edema, but they are still effective, researchers say. Medscape Medical News

by Medscape • 2017/08/11 • 0 Comments

Look directly at this month’s solar eclipse without good protection, and you can seriously damage your eyes.
WebMD Health News

by Medscape • 2017/08/09 • 0 Comments

In the management of lagophthalmos, platinum chains are associated with fewer complications than gold weights for upper eyelid loading, researchers from UK report. Reuters Health Information

by Medscape • 2017/08/09 • 0 Comments

Do virtual clinics offer the same benefits to glaucoma patients as face-to-face assessments? The British Journal of Ophthalmology

by Medscape • 2017/08/08 • 0 Comments

Treatments for diabetic retinopathy with new mechanisms of action will be generating interest at the upcoming American Society of Retinal Specialists (ASRS) Annual Meeting. Medscape Medical News

by Medscape • 2017/08/08 • 0 Comments

Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from ASRS 2017. Medscape Ophthalmology

by Medscape • 2017/08/07 • 0 Comments

Bariatric surgery does not prevent progression of diabetic retinopathy (DR), according to findings from a new observational study. Reuters Health Information

by Medscape • 2017/08/04 • 0 Comments

Dr Christopher Rapuano sorts through the updated recommendations for dry eye provided in the recently published report of the Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society International Dry Eye Workshop II.
Wills Eye Hospital

by Medscape • 2017/08/01 • 0 Comments

This study helps answer a common clinical question as to whether peripheral laser to areas of retinal ischemia improves vision and reduces injection burden in patients with retinal vein occlusion. Medscape Ophthalmology

by Medscape • 2017/08/01 • 0 Comments

Astronauts living on the International Space Station (ISS) experience changes to the visual system that raise concerns about the possibility of vision loss during future manned missions to Mars or other destinations, according to researchers. Reuters…

by Medscape • 2017/07/29 • 0 Comments

The FDA issued a safety alert after serious adverse events were reported in at least 43 patients who received a compounded triamcinolone and moxifloxacin product by intravitreal injection. News Alerts

by Medscape • 2017/07/28 • 0 Comments

YAG laser vitreolysis reduces vitreous floaters and the symptoms associated with them, according to a report of a small clinical trial. Reuters Health Information

by Medscape • 2017/07/28 • 0 Comments

Join in as two ophthalmologists have an in-depth discussion about vancomycin-associated hemorrhagic occlusive retinal vasculitis, including its diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. Medscape Ophthalmology

by Medscape • 2017/07/28 • 0 Comments

The International Dry Eye Workshop II report from the Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society discusses every facet of the disease and the additional research that is still needed. Medscape Medical News

by Medscape • 2017/07/27 • 0 Comments

Tocilizumab plus a 26-week prednisone taper was superior to either a short or long course of tapered prednisone treatment plus placebo in patients with giant cell arteritis, a study has found. Medscape Medical News

by Medscape • 2017/07/26 • 0 Comments

Could testosterone and/or estrogen play a future role in therapeutic strategies for dry eye? The British Journal of Ophthalmology

by Medscape • 2017/07/25 • 0 Comments

The university moved to fire renowned ophthalmologist Carmen Puliafito days after a Los Angeles Times investigation revealed that videos showed repeated instances of him using illegal drugs. Medscape Medical News

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