Although medical malpractice lawsuits may not be as common, or as expensive, in ophthalmology as in other medical subspecialities, they remain a problem. Medscape Ophthalmology
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Astigmatism Management in Cataract Surgery
Whether you treat it with a blade, laser, or intraocular lens, management of astigmatism is critical to ensure optimal postoperative vision. Medscape Ophthalmology
Ophthalmologists Detail Eye Injuries From Huge Beirut Blast
One year after the catastrophic explosion at the Port of Beirut in Lebanon, researchers discuss the eye injuries treated in the aftermath. Medscape Medical News
Corneal Changes May Signal Long COVID, Study Shows
Nerve fiber loss and an increase in dendritic or key immune cells on the cornea may help identify Long COVID. Medscape Medical News
You Have a Sixth Sense You Probably Aren’t Using Yet
Dolphins do it underwater and bats tap into this in darkness to find their way. Some people who are blind already use it and scientists say it is only a matter of time before more people learn how. WebMD Health News
Outrage Over Aetna’s Cataract Preapproval Rule
Aetna’s new preauthorization program for cataract surgeries is causing delays and confusion, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Medscape Medical News
Do Anti-VEGF Injections for Diabetic Retinopathy Impact Mortality?
A signal for higher mortality in patients with diabetic retinopathy using anti-VEGF inhibitors was seen in a new study, but this needs to be looked at more rigorously, says an expert. Medscape Medical News
FDA Approves Verkazia for Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis
Ophthalmologists now have another option to treat both adults and children with vernal keratoconjunctivitis. FDA Approvals
Risk of Postinjection Endophthalmitis No Higher With Universal Masking
The risk of developing endophthalmitis after intravitreal injection of anti-VEGF is not increased when healthcare workers and patients wear face masks, according to a large retrospective study. Reuters Health Information
Astigmatism Management in Cataract Surgery
Dr Sumit (Sam) Garg discusses the effect of anterior capsule overlap on the rotational stability of a toric IOL. Medscape Ophthalmology
OCT Corneal Epithelial Mapping May Help Doctors Better Diagnose Dry Eye
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) corneal epithelial mapping can help doctors better screen for and stage dry-eye disease, new research suggests. Reuters Health Information
Allergic Conjunctivitis Severely Affects Children’s Quality of Life
Physical, emotional, social, and especially school functioning were all affected. Parents also experienced large effects on quality of life. Medscape Medical News
Extended AF Monitoring Worth Considering After Eye Stroke
Patients with central retinal artery occlusion had a high rate of AF, comparable to that in patients with cerebral ischemic stroke, in a new study. Medscape Medical News
Caffeine May Raise Risk for Inherited Glaucoma
Previous studies showed that people who took large doses of caffeine experienced temporary increases in eye pressure. Researchers have wondered whether ingesting caffeine over a long period could pose a risk. WebMD Health News
Even Inactive Thyroid Eye Disease Adversely Impacts Patients
Patients with inactive thyroid eye disease continue to have eye symptoms as well as poor mental health and quality of life. Medscape Medical News
Journal Series Amplifies Voices Against Sexual Harassment
A series of articles in JACC: Case Reports aims to give a ‘voice’ to those in cardiology who have experienced discrimination and sexual harassment, and offers some solutions. Medscape Medical News
A First: Blind Man’s Sight Restored With Optogenetic Therapy
Combining gene therapy with light-stimulating goggles enabled a patient with a 40-year history of blindness caused by retinitis pigmentosa to regain partial sight. Medscape Medical News
Children’s Book Could Help Catch Color Vision Deficiency
Creators of a new children’s book aim to help identify children with color vision deficiency. Medscape Medical News
This Scientist Is Auctioning Off His DNA and Says Yours is Valuable Too
George Church’s genetic information is for sale and the Harvard geneticist, who was one of the first people to ever have his genome sequenced, says personal information can be profitable. Medscape Medical News
Ophthalmologists’ Earnings Weathered 2020 Relatively Well
Despite substantial practice changes during the COVID-19 pandemic, compensation stayed steady. Medscape Medical News