Results of a study showed that for LASIK patients needing enhancement for which a flap lift may be difficult, PRK is safe and effective.
A retrospective analysis suggests oral azithromycin may be beneficial.
Total corneal astigmatism correction during cataract surgery could be either by eliminating it or leaving slight with-the-rule astigmatism.
When it comes to corneal endothelial disorders, endothelial keratoplasty has become popular with ophthalmologists worldwide, and many choose between DSEK and DMEK. DSEK seems to be the current preferred method, with developments in DMEK causing the technique to gain ground.
Using conjunctival autograft and prophylactic subconjunctival placement of amniotic membrane
Ocriplasmin (ThromboGenics) is a first-in-class small molecule delivered through an intravitreal injection that targets fibronectin, laminin, and type IV collagen fibers that adhere the vitreous to the retina. The goal is to create a clean separation of the posterior vitreous cortex and the inner limiting membrane of the retina, thus avoiding a vitrectomy.
Two glaucoma experts review what defines a generic and how to evaluate generics in glaucoma patients.
The belief that LASIK shouldn't be performed on thin corneas because of the risk of sight-threatening ectasia isn't scientifically valid, according to one researcher. Abnormal corneal topography is the most important preop risk factor for the complication, said William Trattler, MD.
How different surgeons approach YAG use after cataract surgery
Researchers present data on a pair of controversial drug-disease interactions. One group investigated whether topical corticosteroid eye drops could significantly alter blood glucose levels in people with diabetes, while a second group explored the effects of insulin therapy on IOP.
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