Ophthalmologists had less than half the rate of depression and a lower rate of burnout than physicians from all specialties. Medscape Medical News
Tag: Ophthalmology
Implant Could Restore Central Vision in Macular Degeneration
A subretinal implant partially restored central vision in some patients with atrophic macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
FDA Approves First Generic Version of Restasis for Dry Eye
The brand name medicated eyedrops have been available in the United States for nearly 20 years. Medscape Medical News
FDA Approves Faricimab for nAMD and Diabetic Macular Edema
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved faricimab, a drug with the potential to reduce the number of injections needed to treat diabetic macular edema and neovascular age-related macular degeneration. FDA Approvals
Retinal Age Gap Predicts Mortality Risk in Older Adults
The gap between the biological age of the retina and the chronological age of a patient helps predict mortality risk with good accuracy in seemingly healthy older adults. Medscape Medical News
TearCare System for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: Interview with Reay H. Brown, CMO of Sight Sciences
Sight Sciences, a medtech company based in California, specializes in devices to treat glaucoma and dry eye disease. The company has recently announced FDA 510(k) clearance for the TearCare System, a device designed to treat meibomian gland dysfunction. Meibomian glands are present near the rims of our eyelids and they secrete a clear oily substanc (Read more...)
Herpes Zoster Vaccine Can Save Your Patients’ Eyesight
Herpes zoster ophthalmicus can be devastating. Dr Rapuano urges all ophthalmologists to discuss the zoster vaccine with their patients. Medscape Ophthalmology
Two Patients With Macular Degeneration Get Artificial Retinas
Two patients in Lyon have been among the first people to receive an artificial retina implant as part of a multicenter clinical trial testing the safety and efficacy of the PRIMA implant system. Medscape Medical News
Modular IOL Systems Add to Ophthalmologists’ Armamentarium
Dr Garg discusses a paper from Ang and colleagues presenting visual outcomes after optic exchange from a modular intraocular lens. Medscape Ophthalmology
Specialized Spectacles Slow Myopia During Lockdown
Spectacles designed to slow the progression of myopia appear to work even during a COVID-19 lockdown. Medscape Medical News
Countering Social Media Misinformation
Our patients are turning to the internet for answers instead of believing in us. And what they find online can be scary. Medscape Blogs
COVID-Related Ocular Mucormycosis Shows High Mortality Rate
More than one third of patients died from the fungal infection over the study period, and the cumulative probability of death increased over time. Medscape Medical News
Cataract Surgery Seen Protective Against Dementia
A new study found that patients who underwent cataract surgery appeared to gain significant protection against dementia over time. Medscape Medical News
Predictors of Macular Degeneration Include Alcohol, Smoking
Smoking or consuming alcohol was causally linked with an increased risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration, while smoking cessation decreased the risk of developing advanced AMD. Medscape Medical News
Ophthalmology Leaders See Hope for Diversity
Leaders in ophthalmology, one of the least diverse medical specialties, are working to change that dubious distinction. Medscape Medical News
Distance Learning May Cause Convergence Insufficiency
Children may be experiencing more convergence insufficiency as a result of looking at screens for distance learning mandated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Medscape Medical News
Omidenepag Matches Latanoprost for Glaucoma
A phase 3 noninferiority trial shows omidenepag almost as efficacious, but with more side effects than latanoprost in people with glaucoma or intraocular hypertension. Medscape Medical News
Bevacizumab-vikg Wet AMD Trial Raises Eyebrows
An ‘apples-to-oranges’ comparison of bevacizumab-vikg to ranibizumab is troubling some experts who would like to see the drug approved. Medscape Medical News
Gene Therapy Promising in Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
This is ‘big news in gene therapy’ according to one observer and could restore vision to patients who are legally blind. Medscape Medical News
Tranexamic Acid Found to Reduce Bruising in Blepharoplasty
Adding tranexamic acid to local anesthetic appeared to reduce bruising and simplify surgery. Medscape Medical News