Diet soda, but not regular soda, was linked to increased risk for proliferative diabetic retinopathy, a study found; further studies are needed to confirm these findings. Medscape Medical News
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Eric Topol’s Top Advances in 2018 That Are Shaping Medicine
Which advances in 2018 have the most potential to transform medicine? Dr Eric Topol shares his insights. Medscape
Medical Historian Prescribes, Fact Checks for Television
Who takes the call when Hollywood needs help with a medical script? In one case, the director of the Museum of Vision helped out, and plans to open to the public in 2020 are underway. Medscape Medical News
AMD Monitoring Comes Home: The Promise of Remote Tech
Current software helps track patients’ AMD progression. What’s coming next may enable us to intervene earlier with tailored treatments. Medscape Ophthalmology
Age-Related Macular Degeneration: 5 Things to Know
A guide to the latest on this chronic disease, from emerging treatments to the risk factors to be on the lookout for. Medscape Ophthalmology
Higher Eye Pressure After Anti-VEGF Therapy Needs More Attention
The elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) known to follow intravitreal injections of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) agents may persist in certain patients, according to a report by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). Reuters He…
A Girl Whose Eyes Appear White in Photos
Photographs of this 6-year-old girl show ‘white eyes’ that concern her parents. What is your diagnosis? Medscape Ophthalmology
Does a Patient’s Blurry Vision Signal a Serious Condition?
Can you order the right diagnostic tests to determine what’s causing the woman’s optic neuritis? Medscape Neurology
Skipping Treatment for Diabetic Retinopathy Carries Risks
Drs Jason Hsu and Anthony Obeid on how the 25% of patients lost to follow-up are vulnerable to vision loss and other adverse outcomes. Wills Eye Hospital
What Do You Think About Retirement?
Is it healthier to retire or keep working? The answer may surprise you. Medscape Internal Medicine
FDA OKs Steroid Insert (Dextenza) for Postop Ocular Pain
Dextenza is the first FDA-approved intracanalicular insert that delivers dexamethasone to treat ocular pain following ophthalmic surgery for up to 30 days with a single insertion. FDA Approvals
EC OKs Gene Therapy Luxturna for Inherited Retinal Dystrophy
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Dry Eye Symptom Screens Show Modest Accuracy
In head-to-head comparisons, two of five dry eye screens showed a statistically significant ability to detect signs of the disorder, but all demonstrated relatively modest diagnostic accuracy, researchers say. Reuters Health Information
ER Doctor, Pharmacist Among Dead in Chicago Hospital Shooting
Doctors unite in mourning on Twitter and vent at the NRA, using #ThisIsOurLane. Medscape Medical News
A ‘Critical Eye’ on Patient Confidentiality in Eye Care
A clinician stumbles on clinic employees curiously discussing a patient’s presentation with unauthorized information obtained from the chart. Does your office need a HIPAA review, too? Medscape Optometry
The Baby With a Swollen Eyelid
An 8-month-old girl’s eye swelling appears to be getting worse when she presents at your clinic. Can you diagnose the problem? Medscape Ophthalmology
Small-Particle Air Pollution May Raise Glaucoma Risk in Some
In people who already have a genetic vulnerability, small-particle air pollution known as black carbon may raise the risk of developing glaucoma, a new study suggests. Reuters Health Information
Calcified Nodules Linked to AMD Progression
Calcified nodules in the retinas of patients with age-related macular degeneration are linked to the progression to advanced stage disease, a study has shown. Medscape Medical News
Pressure Intensifies to Lower Drug Prices
Ophthalmic drug costs vary widely in the United States, and patients don’t know whether they will pay $10 or $200 for their medication at a pharmacy. Medscape Medical News
OCT Screening Before Cataract Surgery Can Improve Outcomes
Routine screening with optical coherence tomography (OCT) before cataract surgery can identify overlooked pathologies, researchers say, but cost might be an issue. Medscape Medical News