Patients with retinal vascular occlusion had an elevated risk for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, new research shows. Medscape Medical News
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Eye Problems Tied to Osteonecrosis in Bisphosphonate Users
Patients who experience adverse ocular effects with bisphosphonates have a notably higher risk for osteonecrosis than those who do not experience such events, a large cohort study shows. Medscape Medical News
US FDA Declines to Approve Outlook’s Eye Disease Drug for Second Time in 2025
Outlook Therapeutics said on Wednesday the U.S. health regulator has declined to approve its drug for a type of eye disease, dealing another blow in the company’s prolonged… Reuters Health Information
No Complications With First Human Robotic Cataract Surgery
A small proof-of-concept study of robotic-assisted cataract surgery reports successful outcomes with no treatment-related adverse events. Medscape Medical News
The 12 Dangers of Christmas
Echoing the 12 Days of Christmas, this festive guide outlines the seasonal risks clinicians can help patients avoid. Medscape News UK
Aflibercept 8 mg Promising Alternative to 2 mg for PCV
Aflibercept 8 mg provides similar outcomes for vision and eye structure as the 2-mg dose in patients with polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy, a recent study finds. Medscape Medical News
Secukinumab Fails to Show Benefit in Graves’ Orbitopathy
Secukinumab does not show greater clinical efficacy than placebo in patients with moderate-to-severe Graves’ orbitopathy, according to the ORBIT study. Medscape News UK
Levodopa May Help Prevent Progression to Neovascular AMD
A new study shows that in patients with intermediate nonneovascular age-related macular degeneration, levodopa treatment is linked to a lower risk of developing the neovascular form of the disease. Medscape Medical News
Heart Risks May Rise and Persist After Transient Vision Loss
Transient loss of vision is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular events within 14 days of diagnosis, and risks may persist for up to 10 years, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Biosimilars for Retina and Inflammatory Disease Get EMA Nod
The European regulator has recommended marketing approval for Ranluspec and Gotenfia after studies confirm their safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness compared with reference drugs. Medscape News Europe
Biosimilars for Retina and Inflammatory Disease Get EMA Nod
The European regulator has recommended marketing approval for Ranluspec and Gotenfia after studies confirm their safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness compared with reference drugs. Medscape News Europe
Immunotherapy for Cat Allergy Shows Favorable Safety Profile
A depigmented polymerized cat allergoid is safe and generally well tolerated in patients with cat-induced allergic rhinitis, a real-world study finds. Medscape Medical News
Is Tirzepatide Easier on the Eyes Than GLP-1s?
Using tirzepatide is linked to lower risks of developing primary open-angle glaucoma and elevated eye pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes than using GLP-1 receptor agonists, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Infant Hydrocortisone Shows No Developmental Harm Later
Neonatal hydrocortisone vs placebo for premature infants at risk for bronchopulmonary dysplasia shows no benefit or harm and no difference in functional impairment by the time they reach kindergarten. Medscape Medical News
Can a Visual Neuroprosthesis Communicate With the Brain?
A closed-loop cortical implant generates functional percepts of shape, motion, and letters in two individuals with acquired blindness. Medscape News Europe
Med Op-Ed: Climate-Induced Runny Nose, Pesky No-Shows, More
The clinical ramifications of longer pollen seasons; seeing deeper meaning in ‘Did Not Attends’; and scientific advances may soon transform glaucoma care. Medscape Medical News
Childhood Sjögren Disease Tied to Distinct Disease Patterns
Patients with childhood-onset Sjögren disease show distinct trajectories for disease activity and symptoms, with a notable proportion having an increased risk for lymphoma and early glandular damage. Medscape Medical News
AI Could Ease Caregiver Burden for Older Adults, Study Finds
Experts say many AI tools intend to support older adults, but trust, cost, and design gaps could slow adoption. Medscape Medical News
CDC: Women Hospitalized Ater Self-Injecting Botulinum Toxin
As state health departments report more botulism-like illnesses, consumers have easy access to unapproved products and information on how to self-inject. Medscape Medical News
CDC: Women Hospitalized After Self-Injecting Botulinum Toxin
As state health departments report more botulism-like illnesses, consumers have easy access to unapproved products and information on how to self-inject. Medscape Medical News