I have previously written several commentaries on the topic of diabetes, diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema. Rather than repeating these comments, I would like to share some thoughts on the source of much of my information, the Diabetic Re…
Computer-based image analysis expands diagnostic parameters for ROP
Image-based grading was more accurate than standard classification in diagnosing retinopathy of prematurity, according to a study presented at the American Ophthalmological Society meeting in Colorado Springs, Colorado.The identification of plus diseas…
Approaching the macula from the premium cataract surgeon perspective
Premium cataract surgeons face the daily decision of whether to offer cataract surgery patients the option of multifocal IOL or other advanced IOL technology, which could contribute to current and/or future potential undesirable visual aberrations post…
Retina specialists explore anti-VEGF treatments for diabetic eye disease
As the rising prevalence of diabetes drives demand for care across medical specialties, ophthalmologists are increasingly focused on the causes, prevention and treatment of diabetic eye disease.Overall, 4.2 million adults have diabetic retinopathy and …
Patch Unnecessary for Corneal Abrasions
Patching corneal abrasions did not improve healing, pain, analgesic use, symptoms, or complication rates compared with not patching abrasions. Medscape Medical News
VIDEO: Nd:YAG capsulotomy improves vision quality in patients with posterior capsular opacification
At Kiawah Eye, Jake C. McMillin, MD, shares results on a study evaluating intraocular light scatter before and after Nd:YAG capsulotomy.