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When talking about infectious keratitis in the U.S., this usually refers to bacterial keratitis, which has a higher incidence than fungal keratitis. However, there are reportedly 30,000–40,000 new cases of fungal keratitis annually, so it’s still a significant number.
More than 2 years after being blinded in a “freak fireworks accident,” European football player Omar Elabdellaoui received a vision-restoring corneal transplant performed by Edward Holland, MD.
Cornea Editor Clara Chan, MD, talks about her experience incorporating new techniques and technologies into her practice and previews the articles in the section.
Scleral lenses are an option that many physicians use to help patients suffering from more severe and advanced cases of dry eye disease. Two ophthalmologists discussed the options and how these fit into the treatment of dry eye.
New diagnostic techniques are often developed when a need in the clinic or OR arises. That is what led one physician to develop the corneal sweep test and a new diagnostic tool to identify recurrent corneal erosion.
Restasis (cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion) was developed by Allergan and approved by the U.S. FDA in 2003. Now, after nearly 2 decades since its approval as a brand name drug indicated for symptoms of dry eye, a generic version of Restasis has been approved. It was a “long time coming,” according to Henry Perry, MD.
EyeWorld Cornea Editor Clara Chan, MD, discusses “one of her most dramatic cases” involving ocular complications associated with rosacea, previews the content in the Cornea section of this issue, and shares excitement for the ASCRS Annual Meeting.
While it’s hard to determine the incidence of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) in children, it can be a serious issue in this population. Two ophthalmologists discussed MGD in pediatric patients and what to look for.
Rosacea can be a significant problem for many patients and may be more prevalent than physicians think. Depending on the subtype, there may be ocular involvement. Three physicians discussed treatment strategies, in addition to sharing what to look for and how to diagnose.
It’s not the first time the trigeminal nerve pathway or even intranasal delivery received approval as a treatment for dry eye, but clinicians are excited nonetheless about the October 2021 FDA approval of varenicline (TYRVAYA, Oyster Point Pharma), a nasal spray for the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.
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