The use of postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy is associated with an increased risk for glaucoma in Finnish women aged 50 years or older, according to a recent nested case-control study. Medscape Medical News
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Eye Shingles Tied to Cancer Risk in Those With Immune Issues
Herpes zoster ophthalmicus is associated with an increased risk for subsequent malignancy among individuals with an underlying history of immune dysregulation, according to a recent cohort study. Medscape Medical News
Sarcoid Uveitis: 1 in 3 Achieve Remission, Relapses Rare
Remission is achievable and relapses are uncommon in patients with sarcoid uveitis, although those with swelling in the macular region may experience delayed remission. Medscape Medical News
Female Eye Doctors Earn Less Across All Ranks
Women in academic ophthalmology earn less than men across all ranks, with a pay-gap over a full career of roughly $1 million, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Vascular Complications Tied to Poor CRC Outcomes in Diabetes
In patients with colorectal cancer undergoing major resection surgery, a greater severity of diabetes-related vascular complications is linked to poorer postoperative outcomes, including mortality. Medscape News UK
Anti-VEGF Injections Safe Around CVD Events
Receiving anti VEGF eye injections around the time of a stroke or heart attack is not linked to an increased risk for death or major complications, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Can AI Improve Glaucoma Screening in Primary Care Settings?
AI-based screening for glaucoma can be implemented in primary care within existing screening programmes, enhancing efficiency and detection. Medscape News UK
Fall-Related Eye Injuries Reveal Hidden Health Risks
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Telemedicine Matches Clinic Visits in IIH Care
Remote consults using optical coherence tomography data show high agreement with traditional clinic evaluations for the management of patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Medscape Medical News
When Hearing Fails, Vision Rehab Falls Short
Patients with hearing impairment who receive vision rehabilitation are 42% less likely than those with normal hearing to achieve a meaningful functional improvement, a recent study shows. Medscape Medical News
Motor Impairments Tied to Dementia Risk
Impairments in vision and motor functions are linked to an increased risk of developing dementia among older adults. Medscape Medical News
Which Allergens Trigger Contact Dermatitis in HCPs?
Occupational contact dermatitis affects North American healthcare workers and is commonly linked to glove rubber accelerators, surfactants, and preservatives, a retrospective study finds. Medscape Medical News
Light Therapy May Improve Vision in Patients With Dry AMD
Light therapy with multiple wavelengths may safely improve vision, reduce new retinal damage, and improve vision related quality of life in patients with dry age related macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
Common Glaucoma Med May Undermine Trabeculectomy Success
Topical brimonidine is linked to a significantly increased risk for trabeculectomy failure in patients with glaucoma due to elevated intraocular pressure. Medscape Medical News
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Dry Eye Disease
Adults with a deficiency of vitamin D are at increased risk for developing dry eye disease than those without low levels of the nutrient, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Does This ED Drug Harm the Retina?
The use of sildenafil is associated with an increased risk for serous retinal detachment in men with erectile dysfunction, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Dry Eye Disease May Occur Years Before Autoimmune Disease
Dry eye disease affects many people across different autoimmune diseases, ranging in prevalence from about 23% to 81%, and appears about 3 years before diagnosis, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Diabetic Retinopathy Severity Tied to Rising Dementia Risk
Greater severity of diabetic retinopathy is associated with a stepwise increase in the risk for all-cause and vascular dementia in patients with type 2 diabetes. Medscape Medical News
Early Retinal Fluid Drying May Extend Injection Gaps in AMD
Rapid drying of retinal fluid with faricimab injections may help identify patients with neovascular age-related macular degeneration who can safely extend time between injections. Medscape Medical News
Metabolic Syndrome Tied to Glaucoma Risk
Metabolic syndrome, rather than BMI or waist circumference, is linked to an increased likelihood of glaucoma and may better identify adults who could benefit from closer eye screening. Medscape Medical News