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Read more about the article Surgical approach to PHPV
An eye with combined persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous (PHPV) with cataract in a 3-month-old child showing vascularized posterior capsule and stretched ciliary processes. Source: Jagat Ram, MD

Surgical approach to PHPV

This rare, congenital, developmental anomaly requires specific and nuanced management to prevent various complications that can occur if left untreated.

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Read more about the article The non-surgical option for vitreoretinal diseases
A graphic of the ocriplasmin molecule Source: ThromboGenics

The non-surgical option for vitreoretinal diseases

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.

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Successful retinal detachment surgery?

Patients may view their quality of life negatively after retinal detachment surgery even if surgical outcomes are good, a new study concludes. The negative perception of quality of life is significantly associated with a deterioration of post-op contrast sensitivity, the investigators wrote.

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