IOL Matchmaking: New Technologies Expand Patient Options
Cataract specialist Neda Nikpoor, MD, of Aloha Laser Vision, shares her guidelines for pairing patients with the right advanced intraocular lens for their lifestyle.
Cataracts
Cataracts
IV Drug Use May Lead to Chorioretinal Lesions
Even without visual symptoms, these patients were likely to have findings.
Report: Stent Technique Can Ease Postoperative Management
Primary needling at the time of glaucoma microstent insertion is associated with a significant reduction in postoperative needling and clinical visits.
FLACS Reduces Phaco Time Only in Medium Dense Cataracts
Although the technology reduced effective phacoemulsification in medium denisty cataracts, it only equaled manual methods in very soft or very hard cataracts.
Eye Health Experts Offer WHO Universal Health Care Recommendations
Researchers created a list of 7 core indicators to monitor eye health following the World Health Organization’s call for an updated approach in the World Report on Vision.
Surgical Technique Can Rescue Dislocated Foldable Acrylic IOL
When 2-point intrascleral fixation, iris fixation, and sutureless techniques are not possible, the technique may help reaffix the lens.
Wine May Helps Reduce Cataract Risk
Those who drank 1 to 2 times a week had a 7% lower risk of needing surgery than those who drank less than 3 times a month.
Retinal Pathology Present in Nearly 20% of Ebola Survivors
In a secondary analysis of data from the EVICT study, conditions such as chorioretinal scarring, retinal detachment, and other posterior pathology were present in 19.2% of EVD survivors.
Study Highlights Differences Between Cefuroxime, Moxifloxacin
Researchers examined data from endophthalmitis cases that occurred following cataract surgeries at Kaiser Permanente Northern California.
Study Examines Demographics of MIGS Patients
A study shows that the IOP-lowering implants may be underused for some patients.
Study Reviews Lens Induced Glaucoma Causes
Researchers say late presentation causes are primarily “nonfinancial”.
Glaucoma Drainage Device App Aids Surgery Calculations
An app aims to help surgeons evaluate the available space for safe GDD implantation.
Experts Address 5 Postop MIGS Questions
Glaucoma specialists Noureen Khan, MD, of Northern Virginia Ophthalmology Associates, P.C., and Monisha Vora, MD, of Wills Eye Hospital, discuss how to spot and manage MIGS complications, and how to avoid them in the first place.
Study Tests Cataract Surgeries for Patients With Diabetic Retinopathy
Researchers report on structural changes following traditional phacoemulsification and femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery for these patients.
Early Phaco A Superior Option for Angle Closure
The study reviewed data of patients who underwent one of 2 interventions.
Visors Reduce Football Eye Injuries
Researchers show the impact of adding visors to helmets in the Nation Football League.
Pupil Size Reduced More in Men Than Women After Cataract Surgery
Age, sex impact changes to pupil size following cataract extraction.
Review Shows Rates of Surgeries After Vitrectomy for Vitreous Opacities
Researchers investigate the rate of return to the operating room after vitrectomy.
Patients Recall Second Cataract Surgery Better Than First
Patients remembered more events from their second eye procedure than their first, according to a survey.
Plant-Based Diet Lowers Cataract Risk
Among those who are overweight, the reduced occurrence was especially pronounced.
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