Dr Sumit (Sam) Garg on a new study that lends support to the much-debated procedure. Medscape Ophthalmology
Tag: Ophthalmology
Man Who Led Team to Approve LASIK Now Says It Was a Mistake
Years after he left the FDA and met people hurt by the procedure, Morris Waxler says he now sees the risks as too high and wants the FDA to add warnings. The FDA and an industry group respond. Medscape Medical News
Diabetes, Complications Reduce Odds of Successful DSEK
Dr Christopher Rapuano on the latest data from the Cornea Preservation Time Study. Medscape Ophthalmology
Sony Unveils New Microsurgery HD Video Camera
Sony is releasing a new two-piece full HD surgical video camera intended for a variety of settings, including surgical centers and exam rooms. The device is particularly effective in low-light applications, such as ophthalmic posterior surgical procedures and other situations where direct light is hard to place within the depths of a surgical scene (Read more...)
VisualCamp Headset Eye Tracking at CES 2019
Head-worn displays, including ones for virtual reality and augmented reality, are becoming common in medicine. They’re already used to superimpose planning images on the patient’s body during surgery, to teach students how to perform procedures, and to analyze clinical data like never before. While they’re already amazingly cool, (Read more...)
Anti-VEGF Efficacy in DME: Early Response Is Not Destiny
New data from Protocol T shows that eyes with poor 12-week response often had good vision at 2 years without switching therapies. Medscape Ophthalmology
Errors in Diagnosing Optic Neuritis–How Can We Fix Them?
A new study sheds light on the alarmingly high rate of misdiagnosis–and misallocated treatments–in this acute condition. Medscape Optometry
Diplopia and Upper Eyelid Ptosis in a 74-Year-Old Man
A 74-year-old man presents with variable diplopia and ptosis of the left upper eyelid. What is the most likely diagnosis? Medscape Ophthalmology
Netarsudil Lowers IOP, but When Should It Be Given?
Findings from the ROCKET trials shed light on –and also raise questions about –this newly approved medication for glaucoma. Medscape Ophthalmology
Diet Soda Linked to Increased Risk for Diabetic Retinopathy
Diet soda, but not regular soda, was linked to increased risk for proliferative diabetic retinopathy, a study found; further studies are needed to confirm these findings. Medscape Medical News
Medical Historian Prescribes, Fact Checks for Television
Who takes the call when Hollywood needs help with a medical script? In one case, the director of the Museum of Vision helped out, and plans to open to the public in 2020 are underway. Medscape Medical News
AMD Monitoring Comes Home: The Promise of Remote Tech
Current software helps track patients’ AMD progression. What’s coming next may enable us to intervene earlier with tailored treatments. Medscape Ophthalmology
Age-Related Macular Degeneration: 5 Things to Know
A guide to the latest on this chronic disease, from emerging treatments to the risk factors to be on the lookout for. Medscape Ophthalmology
Smart Contact Lenses are Here: Interview with Prof. Herbert De Smet of Imec
imec, a research and innovation hub for nanoelectronics and digital technologies, has announced a hydrogel-based smart contact lens that incorporates a silicon microchip, integrated LED light, and radiofrequency (RF) antenna for wireless energy transfer. Belgium-based imec claims that the new lens paves the way for integrated sensors or drug delive (Read more...)
Higher Eye Pressure After Anti-VEGF Therapy Needs More Attention
The elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) known to follow intravitreal injections of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) agents may persist in certain patients, according to a report by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). Reuters He…
A Girl Whose Eyes Appear White in Photos
Photographs of this 6-year-old girl show ‘white eyes’ that concern her parents. What is your diagnosis? Medscape Ophthalmology
Skipping Treatment for Diabetic Retinopathy Carries Risks
Drs Jason Hsu and Anthony Obeid on how the 25% of patients lost to follow-up are vulnerable to vision loss and other adverse outcomes. Wills Eye Hospital
FDA OKs Steroid Insert (Dextenza) for Postop Ocular Pain
Dextenza is the first FDA-approved intracanalicular insert that delivers dexamethasone to treat ocular pain following ophthalmic surgery for up to 30 days with a single insertion. FDA Approvals
EC OKs Gene Therapy Luxturna for Inherited Retinal Dystrophy
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Dry Eye Symptom Screens Show Modest Accuracy
In head-to-head comparisons, two of five dry eye screens showed a statistically significant ability to detect signs of the disorder, but all demonstrated relatively modest diagnostic accuracy, researchers say. Reuters Health Information