A study of more than 1300 children found dry eye disease has increased dramatically over the past 5 years and is linked to more screen time and less sleep. Medscape Medical News
Tag: Ophthalmology
Can Statins Prevent This Complication of Retinal Surgery?
A large database study of eyes that had retinal detachment surgery supports what smaller studies have found: People on statins have fewer post-op complications. Medscape Medical News
AMD Progression Post-Cataract Surgery: Real but Small Risk
One of the largest studies of cataract surgery in people with dry age-related macular degeneration finds a small risk for conversion to the wet form of the disease. Medscape Medical News
Subretinal Implant Improves Vision in Advanced Dry AMD
A photovoltaic retinal implant shows promise as a way to improve vision in patients with advanced age-related macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
Popular Weight-Loss Drug May Guard Against Cataracts
People with overweight or obesity who use GLP-1 receptor agonists may have a lower risk of developing cataracts than those who use other drugs for weight loss or receive no treatment. Medscape Medical News
Study: Patients Prefer Oral Sedation for Cataract Surgery
The first study of oral sedation for cataract surgery in an office setting found it to be as safe as intravenous anesthesia without the extra time or cost. Medscape Medical News
GLP-1s May Protect Against AMD in Those Without Diabetes
People without diabetes who receive GLP-1 receptor agonists for the treatment of overweight or obesity face a reduced risk of developing dry age-related macular degeneration, a recent study shows. Medscape Medical News
Study: Veligrotug Improves Life Quality in TED
People with thyroid eye disease receiving infusions of the insulin-like growth factor-1 receptor veligrotug report improved quality of life after 15 weeks of treatment. Medscape Medical News
US FDA Approves Glaukos’ New Eye Therapy
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new eye therapy from Glaukos Corp, giving patients a less painful option to treat a progressive condition that can… Reuters Health Information
Adalimumab Outperforms Standard Therapy in Uveitis Study
Patients with noninfectious intermediate, posterior, or panuveitis requiring immunosuppressive therapy are less likely to rely on corticosteroids when they receive adalimumab instead of conventional agents. Medscape Medical News
Conference MDAngle: AAO 2025 Non-AMD Retinal Disorders
Insights from AAO 2025, including anticipated presentations, key takeaways, and how emerging research on non-AMD retinal disorders may affect patient care. Medscape
AAO 2025: Previewing Key Discussions in Retinal Disorders
Dr Sunir Garg looks ahead to presentations on new developments in retinal eye disease treatments, medication risks, and updated screening guidelines. Medscape
Pickleball Peril? Eye Injuries Surge in Adults Over 50
Thousands of patients have presented to emergency departments with ocular injuries sustained while playing the increasingly popular sport, researchers estimate. Medscape Medical News
Study: New Antisepsis Approach for Eye Injections Equals Old
Retina specialists are shifting from povidone iodine to chlorhexidine to prevent infections after eye injections. A new study says either approach is effective. Medscape Medical News
Allergic Diseases Tied to Increased Risk for Optic Neuritis
Individuals with allergic diseases, particularly allergic rhinitis, have a higher risk of developing optic neuritis than those without such conditions, a recent study shows. Medscape Medical News
COVID Linked to Eye Issues, But Vaccine Offers Protection
COVID is tied to a greater prevalence of some neuro-ophthalmic complications than is influenza, but COVID vaccines are linked to a lower risk for posterior-segment complications, a new study shows. Medscape Medical News
COVID Linked to Eye Issues, but Vaccine Offers Protection
COVID is tied to a greater prevalence of some neuro-ophthalmic complications than is influenza, but COVID vaccines are linked to a lower risk for posterior-segment complications, a new study shows. Medscape Medical News
Mutation-Agnostic Gene Therapy May Restore Vision in RP
The MCO-010 vector uses surviving cells in the retina to produce a photosensitive protein that may help patients regain some vision despite a loss of typical photoreceptors. Medscape Medical News
Ophthalmologists Often First to Spot Ocular Syphilis
Ocular syphilis is re-emerging in Europe and is often first detected by ophthalmologists, with acute placoid chorioretinitis being a common manifestation. Medscape News UK
Key Predictors of Long-Term Outcomes in Childhood Glaucoma
Measuring visual acuity and intraocular pressure at 5 years after diagnosis, and checking for conditions such as nystagmus and angle closure, can predict long-term outcomes in pediatric glaucoma. Medscape Medical News