Certain factors may contribute to the development of retinal detachment after cataract surgery — particularly the occurrence of posterior capsular rupture with vitreous loss. The British Journal of Ophthalmology
Author: Medscape
Binocular iPad Game Close to Patch for Amblyopia
Two new trials published in JAMA Ophthalmology have found a binocular iPad game may be as effective as patching for improving visual acuity in children with amblyopia. Reuters Health Information
OCT Imaging Reveals Extent of Retinal Damage in Infants With Zika Syndrome
Using optical coherence tomography (OCT), researchers analyzed and described for the first time the structural changes that occur in the retinas of babies with Zika virus syndrome. The results indicate “severe visual impairment in newborns,” researchers say, but further studies are needed to correlate the observed findings with visual function.
Reuters Health Information
A 17-Year-Old With an Abnormal Optic Disc
A 17-year-old boy was noted to have an abnormal appearance of the optic disc in his left eye. What is the most likely diagnosis? Medscape Ophthalmology
Financial Gains Taint Debate About Nutritional Supplements
Charges of conflicts of interest have encumbered clinical decision-making after the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) suggested nutritional supplements are beneficial in macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
OCT for Tracking Glaucoma Progression
Researchers hypothesized that the macular ganglion cell layer would prove a more advantageous measure of glaucoma progression, but their results indicated otherwise. Medscape Ophthalmology
Eye Is the Focus of World Diabetes Day in 2016
“Eyes on Diabetes” is theme of this year’s World Diabetes Day, with a survey indicating that vision loss is feared twice as much as other diabetes complications, yet there remain many barriers to care.
Medscape Medical News
Trump Posts Preliminary Plan to Repeal ACA
In a new post on his ‘Great Again’ website, President-elect Donald J. Trump outlined his policies for healthcare reform. Medscape Medical News
New Guidelines for Hydroxychloroquine Visual Screening
With increasing and broader use of hydroxychloroquine, more patients are in need of ongoing screening for retinal toxicity. Medscape Optometry
Mediterranean Diet May Protect Against Macular Degeneration
A new cross-sectional study has found that eating a Mediterranean diet may protect against development of age-related macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
Paintball Players Should Watch Out for Eye Injuries
Paintball and air guns account for one in 10 sports-related eye injuries and one-quarter of cases with vision impairment, a U.S. study suggests. Reuters Health Information
Keeping an Eye on Zika: Ocular Findings
Microcephaly is just one component of congenital Zika syndrome, and the ocular findings should not be overlooked, says a Brazilian ophthalmologist, who is now also practicing in the United States. Medscape Ophthalmology
Trump Wins Presidency and Chance to Dump ACA
The real-estate magnate and reality-TV star who told raucous crowds that he would ‘Make America Great Again’ now will try to fulfil his promise to dismantle President Barack Obama’s signature legislation.
Medscape Medical News
Gene Polymorphisms Tied to Treatment Response in Neovascular AMD
Gene polymorphisms are associated with response to anti-VEGF treatment in patients with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD), a new meta-analysis from China reports. Reuters Health Information
Rising Ocular Syphilis Rates Merit Rapid Intervention
Rising ocular syphilis rates merit immediate neurosyphilis treatment and ophthalmology referral for patients diagnosed with syphilis and eye findings. Medscape Medical News
American Academy of Optometry (AAOpt) 2016
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from AAOpt 2016. Medscape Ophthalmology
Diabetic Neuropathy Screening: More Bang for the Buck
Researchers are finding ways to make annual screening quick, easy, and comprehensive for patients.
Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology
Therapeutic Options for Retinoblastoma
Over the past decade, localized chemotherapy and targeted drugs have become therapeutic options for retinoblastoma. Cancer Control: Journal of the Moffitt Cancer Center
Corneal Inlays Better Than Monovision, Researchers Say
The two corneal implants approved for the treatment of presbyopia do not result in monovision, experts explain, and each has a place among treatment options. Medscape Medical News
Alternative to Corneal Transplant for Keratoconus Promising
New 5-year data show that Bowman layer transplantation is a safe and effective alternative to corneal transplantation for keratoconus, but experts caution that only a niche population will benefit. Medscape Medical News