A classification system that defines the features of vitreomacular adhesion, vitreomacular traction, and macular holes is useful for diagnosis and research. Medscape Ophthalmology
FDA approves Ozurdex for treatment of certain patients with DME
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Ozurdex for the treatment of diabetic macular edema in certain patients, Allergan announced in a press release.The sustained-release, biodegradable dexamethasone intravitreal implant (Ozurdex, Allergan…
OCT-guided femtosecond laser increases safety, accuracy of Kamra inlay
Real-time optical coherence tomography-guided femtosecond laser technology increased safety and accuracy of the Kamra corneal inlay in patients with history of LASIK, according to a study.“An important advantage is that femtosecond laser pulse can be placed individually at different locations within the cornea, allowing accurate cuts and adjustment of individual cut patterns, more stable corneal and visual outcomes, and better surgical safety,” the authors wrote in the study.
New resource to help more blind young people into work backed by UK Ministers
The Royal London Society for Blind People, a leading charity for blind and partially sighted young people has launched a dual purpose resource pack.
How to perform DMEK: An introductory guide for young ophthalmologists
In June’s installment of The Young Ophthalmologist, Martin Disiramer, MD, and Ricarda M. Konder, MD, discuss tips and techniques to consider in learning and performing Descemet’s membrane endothelial keratoplasty.
American Academy of Ophthalmology does not recommend marijuana for glaucoma treatment
The American Academy of Ophthalmology – the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons – is reminding the public that it does not recommend marijuana or other cannabis products for the treatment of glaucoma.