Records from more than 4800 ophthalmology residents show the average number of cataract surgeries and other eye procedures could vary by gender and race or ethnicity. Medscape Medical News
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Cataract Surgery May Be Safe Beyond A1c Cutoffs
Cataract surgery may not increase the risk for postoperative endophthalmitis or severe systemic adverse events in patients with diabetes, regardless of A1c levels, according to a recent study. Medscape Medical News
Oral, Injected Semaglutide May Pose Distinct Eye Risks
The risk for ocular problems linked to different formulations of semaglutide appear to vary, according to a new study, which also identified differences based on sex, age, and timing of onset. Medscape Medical News
Red-Light Therapy May Reduce Cone Density in Myopic Children
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Young Women Binge Drinking at Higher Rates Than Men
Young women are binge drinking more than young men. Medscape Medical News
Stop Smoking Now to Protect Your Vision, Experts Warn
A “meta–meta-analysis” highlights the negative effects of smoking on ocular health, particularly concerning age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and primary open-angle glaucoma. Medscape Medical News
Slow Adalimumab Tapering May Cut Risk for Uveitis Relapse
A retrospective cohort analysis shows that pediatric patients with noninfectious uveitis face lower recurrence rates when adalimumab is tapered slowly after remission. Medscape Medical News
JAK Inhibitors Offer Some Improvement for Pediatric Uveitis
Only half of patients showed clinical improvement attributed to the medication, but only one new complication occurred. Medscape Medical News
Probiotic Formula May Protect Infants With Milk Allergy
Children with cow’s milk protein allergy may have a lower incidence of allergic manifestations when their diet includes a probiotic-enhanced formula, new research shows. Medscape Medical News
Social Media Aids Post-Op Care in Ectopia Lentis
Using a smartphone application for health education and reminders enhances parental understanding and boosts follow-up visits in children undergoing surgery for CEL. Medscape Medical News
Modest Effects of Valacyclovir in Herpes Zoster Eye Disease
Administration of low-dose valacyclovir over a year does not significantly reduce the occurrence of herpes zoster ophthalmicus but shows potential benefits over time. Medscape Medical News
Early-Onset Atopic Dermatitis Raises Uveitis Risk in Kids
A cohort study finds children with early-onset atopic dermatitis to be at increased risk for uveitis, highlighting a need for ophthalmologic monitoring in youth. Medscape Medical News
HLA-B27 Status Linked to Poor Outcomes in JIA After 18 Years
HLA-B27 positivity is linked to higher odds of non-remission in patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at 18 years after disease onset, with the odds being higher in men than in women. Medscape News UK
Semaglutide Use Linked to Risk for Vision Loss in Diabetes
Patients with diabetes who take semaglutide are at increased risk for NAION compared with patients who do not use GLP-1 RAs to control their blood sugar, a new study finds. Medscape Medical News
Cataract Surgery May Help Prevent Falls and Fractures
Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion is associated with reduced odds of falls and major injuries in older adults with age-related cataracts, a new study finds. Medscape Medical News
Multiple Drug Classes Can Up Risk for Floppy Iris Syndrome
Researchers find new drug associations with floppy iris syndrome, including alpha-1 blockers, atypical antipsychotics, tricyclic antidepressants, and, in women, brinzolamide and salbutamol. Medscape Medical News
Survey Examines Eyewash Use in Hay Fever
Eyewash usage is prevalent among patients with hay fever, with factors such as younger age and use of contact lenses linked with higher usage, a recent study shows. Medscape Medical News
Air Pollution Ups Risk for Ocular Complications in Adults
High levels of exposure to air pollution can increase the incidence of diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma, a recent study finds. Medscape Medical News
Thalidomide May Prevent IgG4-RD Relapse Without Steroids
Thalidomide shows promise as a steroid-sparing option for IgG4-related disease, with a significant reduction in relapse rates and enhanced remission, according to a placebo-controlled study. Medscape Medical News
Study Finds No Vision Issues in Children With Vitiligo
Children with vitiligo do not have a higher risk for visual acuity deficits than healthy peers, a study suggests. Medscape Medical News