Is collagen synthesis the key in explaining the risk for retinal detachment with use of this common antibiotic class? Medscape Ophthalmology
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Myopia Risk in Children May Be Reduced by Outdoor Activity
Time spent outdoors appears to reduce the risk for myopia among children and adolescents, according to a new meta-analysis. Medscape Medical News
Removal of Dislocated Lens Fragments During Cataract Surgery
A new method of removing dislocated nuclear fragments smaller than one-fourth the size of the lens nucleus through the sclerocorneal incision made for cataract surgery is described. The British Journal of Ophthalmology
CMV Retinitis Increases Cataract Risk in Patients With AIDS
Cytomegalovirus retinitis is associated with an increased risk of developing cataract in patients with AIDS. Medscape Medical News
Diabetic Macular Edema: Pricey Option May Be Cost-Effective
It may be cost-effective to treat patients who have DME with a monoclonal antibody that reduces edema and, along with deferred laser, yields crisper vision, despite the $19,216 in additional cost. Medscape Medical News
Microneedle Developed for Back-of-the-Eye Injections
Using a microneedle to inject drugs into the suprachoroidal space may provide a minimally invasive and targeted method for delivering drugs to the posterior segment of the eye. Medscape Medical News
The Coffee-Glaucoma Connection
Should patients with glaucoma be told to cut down on coffee? with glaucoma be told to cut down on coffee? Medscape Ophthalmology
Leber Congenital Amaurosis Type 18 Gene Identified
Mutations in a gene known for its role in energy metabolism are behind Leber congenital amaurosis, the most common cause of childhood blindness. Medscape Medical News
Ophthalmologists’ Compensation: ‘Rich’ Is Relative
In Medscape’s 2012 Physician Compensation survey report, many ophthalmologists reported a decline in income, but it still stacked up well against incomes in other physician specialties. Medscape Business of Medicine
Cataract Surgery May Decrease Risk for Hip Fractures
A new study finds that elderly patients who undergo cataract surgery have a lower risk for hip fractures compared with patients with cataract who do not have the surgery. Medscape Medical News
A Woman With Transient Visual Loss
A 43-year-old woman has had multiple episodes of transient visual loss on the right side. What is your differential diagnosis? Medscape Ophthalmology
Sleep Apnea in Keratoconus Patients: Who’s Most at Risk?
Keratoconus patients should be asked about sleep apnea symptoms and considered for screening. Medscape Ophthalmology
Outlook for Ophthalmologists Cloudy After Medicare Changes
Although a recent federal proposal to slash Medicare reimbursement rates for other specialists left ophthalmologists unscathed, future cuts in payment remain a very real possibility. Medscape Medical News
Ocriplasmin Recommended for Vitreomacular Adhesions
An advisory committee to the US Food and Drug Administration has voted to recommend ocriplasmin intravitreal injection for the treatment of symptomatic vitreomacular adhesions. Medscape Medical News
Ranibizumab Recommended for Diabetic Macular Edema
An advisory committee to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) voted to recommend ranibizumab (Lucentis, Genentech, Inc) for the treatment of diabetic macular edema. Medscape Medical News
‘Just Because’ Now Added as Reason to Deny Claims
With apologies to The Onion, Andrew Vickers reports on a additional reason from health insurers for denying claims to patients, which should cover just about everything. Medscape Humor
Agreement Among Glaucoma Tests Higher Than Thought
Researchers find that agreement among screening tests may be better than summary statistics suggest in patients with glaucoma. Medscape Medical News
The Pharmacological Treatment of Acquired Nystagmus
This review summarizes current treatment approaches to acquired nystagamus, a condition characterized by involuntary eye movements. Practical Neurology
Diagnosis, Treatment, and Follow-up of Patients With AMD
How well does the VEGF inhibitor, ranibizumab, work in patients with age-related macular degeneration, and are there new methods available for diagnosing the disease? This new study explains. Expert Review of Ophthalmology
Femtolaser Cataract Surgery: Conquering the Learning Curve
Ophthalmic surgeons report their experiences — both good and bad — with femtosecond laser cataract surgery. Medscape Ophthalmology