Gene Therapy May Offer Option in Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
A novel gene therapy approach may manage MT-ND4 Leber hereditary optic neuropathy.
Vision Loss
Protest Deterrence Strategies in 2020 Led to Eye Loss, Blindness, and Death
A study shows the effects of kinetic impact projectiles as deterrence strategies on ocular and systemic health.
Hyperlipidemia A Predictor of Postoperative Visual Loss
An AAO presentation shows age, sex, hyperlipidemia, nonspinal procedures and low-income area are risk factors for developing postoperative vision loss.
Can Evisceration in Endophthalmitis Succeed Without Implants?
Eviscerating without implanting a prosthetic device is an effective alternative for some patients.
Lifetime Smokers More Likely to Have Complications After Orbitotomies
The investigation also shows men are at elevated risk of chronic postoperative pain, hemorrhaging, infection, and wound contracture.
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking for Screening Seniors for Visual Acuity
The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concludes that evidence for weighing the balance of benefits and harms of screening older adults for impaired visual acuity is currently inadequate.
Model Predicts Vision-Threatening Anterior Segment Disease
The model could help reduce the number of patients referred to ophthalmology, researchers suggest.
Study Details Potential Structures Useful in Monitoring Severe Glaucoma
Deep macular vessel density, especially nasal grid, offer promising insight.
Vitamin D and Target Exercises May Reduce Fall Risk in Postmenopausal Women
The effect of Vitamin D supplements in postmenopausal women are not well documented. A group of Turkish researchers conducted a study to assess the impact of vitamin D and exercise on balance, fall risk, and quality of life in this category of women.
Myopic Maculopathy Risk Increases With Age
The researchers suggest timely macula screening for patients in middle age with high myopia.
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