Are there any studies that show the effectiveness of slt (selective laser trabeculoplasty) performed after an alt (argon laser trabeculoplasty) to treat pigmentary glaucoma? If it is, do you know a physician who has had success?
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BioSynthetic Corneas A Reality?
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What are Treatment Options for Macular Edema?
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10 Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy
These are the ‘Top Ten” facts that every patient with diabetes should know. For instance, every patient will develop the disease, but it doesn’t mean they’ll go blind!
Retinal Implant Brings Vision to Blind
Last week, Retina Implant, AG, a German developer of subretinal implants for the visually impaired, announced the publication of a peer-reviewed study the technical and clinical results obtained during their first human clinical trial. In the trial, a light-sensitive, externally powered microchip was surgically implanted subretinally near the macular region of volunteers blind from hereditary […]
Endocycloplasty for Iris Plateau
Iris plateau syndrome is rare and can be hard to manage. The theory is that it’s secondary to anterior rotation of the ciliary body, which is why iridoplasty and iridectomy often don’t fix the problem. Using high definition ultrasound of the anterior segment, researchers showed resolution of this condition by shrinking the the ciliary processes […]
The Use of Gene Therapy in Treating Retinitis Pigmentosa and Dry AMD
A short while ago, I received a message from someone I did not know, who said that he enjoyed the writeups on my online Journal and was wondering if I might be interested in writing about the use of gene therapy as an approach to vision restoration. Si…
What Are Treatment Options for Anterior Basement Membrane Dystrophy?
I am a patient with anterior basement membrane dystrophy (ABMD) and am interested to know what my treatment options are.
Avastin/Lucentis Update 43: Secret Rebates Offered for Lucentis
First, Genentech refused to provide Lucentis for the CATT Study, being run by NEI/NIH to compare Avastin to Lucentis for AMD (Avastin/Lucentis Update 12); then they threatened to stop supplying Avastin to compounding pharmacies so that ophthalmologists…
Can Retinal Implants Help With Retinopathy of Prematurity?
My 15 yr old daughter has retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) from birth. I read with interest of retinal implants, this week in Germany a guy who has retinal pigmantosa being able to see, albeit shape outlines, a step in right direction. Is there any p…
What are Treatment Options for Retinal Detachment in 3 Month Old Infant?
I have a son of 3 months with a detached retina in both eyes on 5th stage. He had a surgery on 19th oct in his left eye, but I am told there is no hope to restore his vision. i have heard about stem cell treatment of stem cells, and retinal cloning. Can you […]
Patient With Toric Lens Implant, Corneal Transplant and YAG Laser Treatment
In March, 2010 I had a Toric Lens implanted in my left eye. Since I have Fuchs Dystrophy, I also needed to have a corneal transplant, which I had done in May,2010. My vision did not improve as well as the doctor expected. I still am experiencing blurry vision. My vision went from 20/70 to 20/50. […]
Can Stem Cell Treatment Help With CRVO?
i would like to know if anyone has heard of stem cells being used to treat central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO). The patient has already had Lucentis injections in both eyes.
Does It Make Sense to Perform Cataract Surgery Simultaneously on Both Eyes?
By Dr. Ari WeitznerIn Canada, they are doing simultaneous cataract surgery in both eyes. The advantages are obvious- less cost and less downtime for both patient and doctor. Downside? If there is an infection, it may affect both eyes, and the patient is in big trouble, and both the surgeon and patient may never forgive […]
Are IOL’s Better Than Contact Lenses For Infantile Cataract?
By Dr. Ari WeitznerA good study sponsored by the NEI compared IOL and CL for infantile cataract, and surprisingly, the vision in the two groups were similar. Complications of course were higher for the IOL group. I find this study hard to believe, for when I was a resident, those kids never wore those contact […]
Retinal Disease Highlights From the 2010 AAO Meeting
By Dr. Randall WongMany of us just returned from the largest ophthalmic “trade show” in the world. The American Academy of Ophthalmology convened in Chicago last week. This meeting was combined with the Middle East Africa Council of Ophthalmology (MEACO). Perhaps 40 K attended the meeting.
I also attended the 2 day retinal subspecialty meeting which […]
Does Coffee Retard Development of Cataracts?
By Dr. Ari WeitznerIn Molecular Vision journal, cataract development in rats was retarded in those who were administered caffeine, presumably by the anti-oxidants bioflavanoids. But I am sure a year from now, the opposite will be found to be true- there is so much conflicting evidence about coffee. And I’m sure one will have to […]
Retina Specialists Have Classes All Their Own
In order to maintain my medical license, I must go “back to school” and take 50 hours of courses a year. I usually try and get most of my CME done in one trip.
Does Ischemic Diabetic Retinopathy Protect From Nuclear Sclerosis?
By Dr. Ari WeitznerA clever study in AJO confirms that oxygen is the culprit in nuclear sclerotic cataract. Diabetics with ischemic retinas had much less cataract pre and post vitrectomy compared to diabetic without ischemia. So, although ischemia stinks, the lack of oxygen is why these patients don’t get that kind of cataract. If we […]
Should We Be Doing Early Vitrectomy for Vitreous Hemorrhage?
By Dr. Ari WeitznerA small study confirmed suspicions that early vitrectomy for vitreous hemorrhage detected retinal tears (almost 50%) missed by ultrasound. Complications of surgery were low (less than 5%). Perhaps it’s time we re-consider our c…