Cataract Editor Mitchell Weikert, MD, gave a preview of the articles in the section, which are filled with “great lessons, most learned the hard way.”
Residents from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine reviewed “Potential environmental effect of reducing the variation of disposable materials used for cataract surgery” from the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery.
In the years since Shin Yamane, MD, PhD, presented on flanged double-needle intrascleral haptic fixation, many surgeons have adopted the technique, but it’s not without complications. Three physicians provided their thoughts on some of the more common complications as well as pearls for handling each situation.
The IC-8 Apthera IOL (Bausch + Lomb) is now available in the U.S., and several surgeons discussed how this technology fits in to their practice and for which patients.
In the 20+ years since intracorneal ring segments were first introduced, there have been several advances, both in terms of techniques and materials. EyeWorld spoke with three physicians for the latest in the world of intracorneal ring segments.
Three ophthalmologists shared their knowledge of malignant glaucoma, why it occurs, its management, and if possible, its prevention. They also discussed some of the misunderstanding that has surrounded this topic.
Manjool Shah, MD, Glaucoma Editor, discussed what topics are covered in the Glaucoma section of the issue and shared a personal story of working with colleagues from NYU’s School of Engineering on ways to evaluate, modify, and potentially design safer surgical devices.
Two surveys sought the opinions of surgeons and operating room staff on global warming and surgical waste. In this EyeSustain Update column, two physicians reviewed the surveys and highlighted the similarities and differences among respondents.
Precise placement and subsequent stability of a toric IOL are of the utmost importance for success in correcting astigmatism. Capsule tears can threaten both factors. So what do you do when a capsule tear occurs during cataract surgery where you planned to implant a toric IOL?
Several physicians discussed their experience using Vuity (Allergan) in practice and how it has, or has not, worked for their patients. They also gave their thoughts on the future of the presbyopia drop market and other products in the pipeline.