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Predictors of Evaluating for Retinopathy of Prematurity
Several predictors can be used to identify infants who should undergo evaluation for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), according to results from a multicenter observational study. Reuters Health Information
Glaucoma Drug Shows Visual Preservation Over 2 Years
Glaucoma drug trial shows effectiveness in a relatively short amount of time. Medscape Medical News
Latanoprostene Bunod for Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension
Latanoprostene bunod (LBN) 0.024% reduced intraocular pressure (IOP) more than latanoprost 0.005% (Xalatan, Pfizer), but with more side effects, in a study of patients with open angle glaucoma (OAG) or ocular hypertension (OHT). Reuters Health Inform…
Autologous Serum Eye Drops Safe, Effective for Dry Eyes
Autologous serum 50% eye drops appear to be safe and effective for dry eye disease in the long term, especially in patients with severe disease refractory to conventional treatment. Medscape Medical News
Surgery, Statins Linked to Lower Graves’ Complication Risk
A large study has suggested that thyroidectomy or statin use may lower the risk that patients with Graves’ disease will develop thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy. Medscape Medical News
Stem Cell Therapy May Someday Replace Corneal Transplants
Mesenchymal stem cells from human limbus regenerated the stroma of corneas in mice, providing a possible autologous alternative to cornea transplants. Medscape Medical News
Teleophthalmology Tested for Managing Macular Degeneration
Evaluating suspected AMD cases in a community eye care setting may help improve access to care for patients and reduce case loads for specialists. Medscape Medical News
Cataracts From Statins? More Signals Emerge in Analyses
“There is certainly no epidemic of cataracts among our longtime lipid-clinic patients,” notes an editorial. But if the risk is confirmed, it may have to be part of the statin conversation with patients.
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Visual Gains With Aflibercept Upheld at 52 Weeks in VIBRANT
For macular edema secondary to branch retinal vein occlusion, visual benefit is greater with monthly intravitreal aflibercept injections than with laser therapy, the latest data confirm. Medscape Medical News
Inverted Side Cut LASIK Does Not Improve Dry Eye Symptoms
Although corneal sensation recovers more rapidly in patients who receive LASIK with inverted side cuts, the improved corneal sensation does not translate into decreased symptoms of dry eye. Medscape Medical News
Macular Degeneration: Not All Supplements Equal, Experts Warn
A new study has shown that claims made about eye health for some supplements are not supported by evidence; the authors warn that the supplements could pose a risk to the user. Medscape Medical News
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty for Primary Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) is effective in the short term for treating primary angle-closure glaucoma (PACG), although complete success is more common with prostaglandin analog, a new clinical trial shows. Reuters Health Information
Ipilimumab in Uveal Melanoma: Long-Lasting Responses in 25%
The first trial of ipilimumab in patients with uveal melanoma has shown some long-lasting responses in a patient population with poor prognosis. Medscape Medical News
Exercise May Prevent Excess Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Moderate exercise is encouraged during pregnancy for plenty of reasons, but it may also help women avoid gaining too much weight, say UK researchers. Reuters Health Information
Depression, Pain More Common in Dry Eye Than Tear Film Flaw
Symptoms of dry eye are more closely aligned with nonocular pain and mental health problems than tear parameters, report researchers. Medscape Medical News
Patients Missing Out On Low Vision Services
Some patients who could benefit from low vision services are not receiving them, a new survey shows. Medscape Medical News
Umbilical Cord Serum Eye Drops for Acute Ocular Chemical Burns
For acute moderate to severe ocular chemical burns, umbilical cord serum (UCS) eye drops may be a better option than amniotic membrane transplantation (AMT) because it avoids surgical manipulation in already inflamed eyes. Reuters Health Information
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Eyedrops and Cystic Macular Edema
The nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory eyedrops ketorolac and nepafenac do not prevent cystoid macular edema after phacoemulsification, researchers from Brazil report. Reuters Health Information
HIV Drugs Show Promise in Treating Common Eye Disease
A class of drugs used for three decades by people infected with the virus that causes AIDS may be effective in treating a leading cause of blindness among the elderly. Reuters Health Information