Aflibercept appears to improve outcomes in patients with exudative age-related macular degeneration (AMD) resistant to treatment with ranibizumab or bevacizumab, researchers from Norway report. Reuters Health Information
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Ophthalmology Surgical Pioneer Roger F. Steinert, MD, Dies
A medical adviser at Medscape for many years, not only did he leave a long legacy of accomplishment, he was also ‘a leader, teacher, mentor, friend,’ said one of many colleagues. Medscape Medical News
New SUSTAIN-6 Data Could Explain Retinopathy Worsening
Patients who developed retinopathy complications with semaglutide were more likely to have had preexisting retinopathy, poorer baseline glycemic control, and more robust glucose lowering in the trial. Medscape Medical News
Non-Traumatic Corneal Perforations
A new study reports on the clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes of patients diagnosed with non-traumatic corneal perforation. The British Journal of Ophthalmology
Healthy Diet Tied to Lower Cataract Risk
A healthy diet is associated with a lower risk of age-related nuclear cataract (ARNC), new research from the U.K. suggests. Reuters Health Information
The Baby With an Oval-Shaped Pupil
A 10-month-old boy, otherwise apparently symptom-free, is presented to you with a unique-looking pupil. Can you make the correct diagnosis? Medscape Ophthalmology
Consider Optic Nerve Head Edema in Some ED Patients
Emergency department physicians should check certain patients for optic nerve head edema (ONHE) by fundus photography, researchers say. Reuters Health Information
Minimal Differences Between Anti-VEGF Drugs on IOP Over Time
Patients on anti-VEGF therapy may have a small decrease in intraocular pressure (IOP) over time, but with minimal differences between aflibercept, ranibizumab, and bevacizumab, a new large study suggests. Reuters Health Information
FDA Clears Cetirizine Eye Drops for Allergic Conjunctivitis
Cetirizine ophthalmic solution 0.24% (Zerviate) is the first topical ocular formulation of the antihistamine for treatment of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. FDA Approvals
For Monitoring Glaucoma, OCT Bests Visual Field Testing
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is more sensitive than visual field (VF) testing at detecting progression in early glaucoma, new research reports. Reuters Health Information
Cognitive Decline, Increased Visual-Field Variability in Glaucoma
Cognitive decline is associated with increased visual-field variability over time in patients with glaucoma, suggesting a need to screen and monitor for cognitive dysfunction, according to a new study. Reuters Health Information
Doctors Perform First Robot-Assisted Surgery Inside Eye
A team of surgeons has successfully performed what they say is the world’s first robotic-assisted surgery inside the human eye.
Reuters Health Information
Diabetic Macular Edema Rates Increase After Cataract Surgery
The rates of treatment-requiring diabetic macular edema (DME) increase sharply in the year after cataract surgery, according to new findings from the U.K. Reuters Health Information
Screen Eye Clinic Patients for Depression: Study
Eye clinic patients with low vision or blindness, and those who smoke or have diabetes, are at increased risk of being depressed and should be screened for depression, new research reports. Reuters Health Information
Role of Lutein and Zeaxanthin in Diabetic Retinopathy
Explore the protective role of the hydroxycarotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin in the pathogenesis of diabetic retinopathy. The British Journal of Ophthalmology
FDA Approves Tocilizumab (Actemra) for Giant Cell Arteritis
The FDA has expanded the approved use of subcutaneous tocilizumab (Actemra, Hoffman LaRoche) to include treatment of adults with giant cell arteritis. FDA Approvals
CHMP Backs Cenegermin (Oxervate) for Neurotrophic Keratitis
The CHMP has recommended granting marketing authorization for Oxervate for the treatment of adults with moderate or severe neurotrophic keratitis. International Approvals
Vision Impairment Among U.S. Preschoolers a Growing Problem
A growing number of U.S. children may develop vision problems before they reach kindergarten, according to a study that suggests eye screenings will become increasingly important for the preschool set. Reuters Health Information
Bevacizumab Effective for Macular Edema Due to Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
Bevacizumab is as effective as aflibercept for improving visual acuity in patients with macular edema due to central retinal vein occlusion, according to results from the SCORE2 trial. Reuters Health Information
FDA: Fluoroquinolones Not Linked to Retinal Detachment
Available evidence does not support reports that fluoroquinolone antibiotics may result in retinal detachment or aortic aneurysm or dissection, the FDA said. News Alerts