Scientists have developed a device that electronically stimulates tear production, which will offer hope to sufferers of dry eye syndrome, one of the most common eye diseases in the world.
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Use of anti-VEGFs in ROP still a concern for organogenesis, neurodevelopment
There may be a rationale for using anti-VEGFs in cases of severe retinopathy of prematurity to prevent neovascularization, but concerns exist about the possible detrimental effects of VEGF suppression on the organogenesis and neurodevelopment of preter…
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Standard testing, electrophysiology can work together for early glaucoma detection
In recent years, the approach to glaucoma care has begun to change. Earlier detection is enabling earlier treatment, resulting in greatly improved outcomes. There are many medical and surgical options available to treat glaucoma, but catching the disea…
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Suture-guided technique may eliminate intraoperative risk during CTR insertion
Using a suture-guided technique to insert a capsular tension ring into the capsular bag may lessen the potential for intraoperative complications such as capsule entanglement or iatrogenic zonular dialysis, according to a study.A capsular tension ring …
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Ten ways to avoid ophthalmic career senescence
“Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.”– Betty Friedan
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Review of 2015: Almost back to the future
It has been more than 107 years since my beloved Chicago Cubs won the World Series. Despite Marty McFly’s observation of the Cubbies winning the World Series in 2015 on a “holobillboard” in the movie Back to the Future Part II, the Cubs unfortunately could not fulfill even that prediction with a loss to the New York Mets in game 4 of the National League Championship Series, which I attended.Despite the disappointment of many Cubs fans across the globe, 2015 brought a lot of great news and technology, especially to the ophthalmic industry. Below I will disclose my top 10 favorite events for the year. Personally, I would like to thank the OSN team for keeping me in line with my monthly Premium Channel column this year.